While the debate on whether Sulley Muntari should be included in the Black Stars team to face Nigeria in the crucial World Cup playoffs, former Ghana defender John Paintsil has shared his views.
According to John, an experienced player like Muntari should definitely be included in the doubleheader against their eternal foes.
“I don’t think it’s a bad idea to include Sulley in the national team because he is still young and the local league is also very competitive so if he is playing every week and based on what the supporters have seen, they think that he can help the national team, they have every right to call for him to help the team,” Paintsil told Graphic Sports.
“I think his experience and his dedication will also help the team and if the coach also wants to add him I think it will be fair since he is actively playing and he deserves it.”
“When it comes to Nigeria and Ghana, it’s a local derby and sometimes the players who have to do more than the coach,” Paintsil added.
“Sometimes playing against Nigeria, the coach’s system won’t matter but their determination, hard work and putting their body on the line for the country matters.
“So, if we want to look at the tactics going to be used by the coach, I’ll say that when it comes to Ghana and Nigeria, the tactics of the coach doesn’t matter because the players have to play for pride, so this one we don’t expect much from the coaches.”
Ghana are set to host Nigeria on March 25, four days before travelling for the return fixture in Abuja.
SOURCE: www.Ghgossip.com
