On the eve of a extremely anticipated quarter-final conflict between Ghana’s Black Satellites and Egypt’s U-20 staff, Head Coach Desmond Ofei says at the moment’s conflict in opposition to Egypt is greater than only a quarter closing.
“That is going to be like a closing for us,” he famous. “It’s a qualifier to the World Cup and meaning every thing. We aren’t simply taking part in a nation; we’re additionally taking part in in opposition to historical past.”
Ghana, a proud footballing nation with a embellished document on the U-20 stage, faces an Egyptian facet that Ofei holds in excessive regard.
“Egypt is an honest and good facet. Ghanaians know their strengths. They’ve some very technically gifted gamers,” he acknowledged. “I respect the staff, however I additionally consider we’ve high quality. And we all know our high quality.”
For Coach Desmond Ofei, the important thing lies in id and objective. “We have to keep true to our values, keep true to our DNA, and keep true to our philosophy. My boys are hungry for fulfillment. They’re going to place every thing on the market on the sector.”
He emphasised that the staff was not solely aiming for victory but in addition decided to encourage the nation.
“They wish to present Ghana that they’re the way forward for our soccer. They’ll give their finest in opposition to the Younger Pharoahs. We’re ready for something—further time, penalties, no matter comes. However we’re coming into this with a transparent sport plan, and we intention to execute it with power and perception.”
Coach Ofei acknowledged the burden of Ghana’s footballing legacy however framed it as a supply of motivation reasonably than prespositive.
“Sure, Ghana has a historical past, nevertheless it’s not a burden. We perceive what soccer means to Ghanaians. It is a incredible opportunity for these boys and your entire staff to raise themselves.”
As he concluded, his message was clear and filled with conviction: “It is going to be an thrilling sport. We’ve got to play our sport, irrespective of the situation the Egyptians current. We should keep on with our strengths, and we’re undoubtedly prepared.”
The conflict on the New Suez Stadium guarantees to be a thrilling encounter, with every thing to play for and the way forward for Ghanaian soccer desperate to shine. The match is scheduled to start out at 18:00 native time (15:00 GMT). –Ghanafa.org
