Black Princesses head coach, Yusif Basigi has backed his decision not to substitute Mukarama Abdulai to play all minutes in Ghana's opening two games at the 2023 African Games.
The 20-year-old attacker has featured in Ghana's first two group games against Ethiopia and Tanzania.
The former FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Golden Boot winner scored the winner against Tanzania on Tuesday at the Cape Coast Stadium as the Princesses top of Group A.
Her goal against Tanzania came after harsh criticisms from fans with a session of the stadium booing her during the game.
Quizzed on his decision to allow Mukarama to stay on the pitch even when she looked tired, Basigi revealed it's a way to build the player's confidence.
"Mukarama is a household name, we all know and even if she is half-fit and she is up there I think strategically the opponents also do not push further," said the gaffer after the game.
"We all know that for some time now she's been off the field but this is the time for us to help her endure very well.
"For me, I don't see anything wrong with [her playing all minutes]. I have been communicating with her and she still wants to play so if you don't do that, it will rather not help her."
With the 2-1 win over Tanzania, Ghana advanced to the semifinal of the women's football event with a game to spare.
They face Uganda in their last Group A game on Friday, March 15 at the same venue.