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Charles Akonnor justifies John Antwi's Black Stars call-up
He says the player has shown consistency at club level and has made a strong case to be considered again.
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Despite his prolific goal scoring prowess in the Egyptian league, the 28-year-old forward has often been overlooked by the national team coaches and handed just a handful of call-ups without making an appearance.
Akonnor unearthed Egypt-based during his stint with Ghanaian second-tier side Eleven Wise in 2011.
John Antwi has often been overlooked by the national team's coaches
In an interview with ghanafa.org, Akonnor said Antwi deserved a chance in his team.
"Odartey [Lamptey] and I unearthed him [John Antwi] at Eleven Wise and since then, he has done well for himself. The last time we had the call-ups, he was not part of the team because I was not personally too convinced he should be a part of the team at that time," Akonnor said.
"I am looking at consistency with the team and now I think he has proven beyond doubt he is good, scored over 100 goals, now I think 102.
"He deserves a chance because he has done well. The Egyptian league is not an easy league that you can just ignore. He has done well and deserves a chance.
"All these new guys have the chance; we want people who can help us improve and also win the AFCON."