AFCON 2021: Black Stars a threat to other countries – Michael Osei

Bibiani Goldstars coach Michael Osei believes the Black Stars poses some threat to countries who are set to participate in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon.

The Black Stars preparations for AFCON 2021 suffered a jolt on Wednesday night when they got pummeled 3-0 by the North African side.

Adam Ounas gave the Algerians a first half lead before an own goal from Jonathan Mensah and Islam Slimani’s cool finish ensured the African and Arab champions head to AFCON with a confidence-boosting victory.

Despite admitting the tournament is not going to be easy for the four-time African Champions, he believes other countries have fears for Ghana.

“I think it was a good test match for the team, I believe it will help the coach to have a fair idea about the team. It is a wake-up call for the playing body”

“We should give them the benefit of the doubts that they can’t do it, they can do it. It is a difficult tournament and there are many countries who are favourite, tactically and technically they are on top. It is not going to be an easy tournament for Ghana but all the same, we are always favourite, ” he told Kumasi-based Wontumi FM.

“I believe other countries have fears for Ghana whenever they are playing us. So, the teams defeat to Algeria is a wake-up call. It tells them to go extra mile” he said.

The much-anticipated tournament will kick start on Sunday, January 9, 2022 in the Central Africa country.