2023 AFCON: Asante Kotoko midfielder breaks silence after making Ghana final squad for tournament in Ivory Coast

Published on: 03 January 2024

Asante Kotoko midfielder Richmond Lamptey has shared his excitement after making the Black Stars squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

The 26-year-old central midfielder earned a spot in the 27-man squad list as announced by Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton on Monday morning.

Lamptey is one of the three local players to have made the final 27-man squad for the continental tournament.

“It’s an honour, feels good, and I’m very happy. I would like to thank Otumfuo, past and present management of Kotoko, supporters and my teammates”

“Growing up, I dreamt of playing for the Black Stars and for me to be included in the 27-man squad it’s an honour and I’m very happy” he said.

Ghana has already opened camp in Kumasi and will engage Namibia in the friendly on January 8, 2024, before leaving for Abidjan two days later. He was part of the squad that trained at the Dr. Kwame Sports Complex on Tuesday.

The Black Stars have been drawn in Group B alongside seven-time champions Egypt, Cape Verde and Mozambique

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