Why I named Afena-Gyan in Black Stars’s squad – Otto Addo explains 

Ghana head coach Otto Addo has explained his decision to include young striker Felix Afena-Gyan in the Black Stars squad for the upcoming Unity Cup, expressing confidence in the forward’s potential despite recent career setbacks.

Speaking on the striker’s call-up, Addo highlighted Afena-Gyan’s promise and emphasized the importance of giving young players opportunities to grow and rediscover their form.

“There are a lot of young players, and he’s also young… he did well, and that’s why we want to give him another chance; he’s still young,” Addo said.

Afena-Gyan, who burst onto the scene with a strong start in Italy, has seen a dip in form and consistency in recent seasons. However, Addo believes the Unity Cup provides a crucial platform for the 21-year-old to reignite his progress.

“His career hasn’t been like he expected it to be, but this is normal in football. Sometimes you have ups and sometimes you have downs, and for him, it’s another opportunity for him to show himself,” he added.

The Black Stars will face Nigeria in the Unity Cup as part of preparations for upcoming international competitions, and Afena-Gyan will be hoping to make the most of his return to the national team setup.