Former Asante Kotoko goalkeeper Isaac Amoako has heaped praise on Black Stars coach Chris Hughton for his consistency in watching the Ghana Premier League.
Since taking over the national team, the former English Premier League manager has been able to watched a couple of games in the Ghanaian top-flight.
Hughton was present when Asante Kotoko hosted King Faisal for their outstanding league game. He was also in attendance when Great Olympics defeated Berekum Chelsea
The former Brighton manager has so far watched two games each in both Ghana Premier League games and FA Cup.
In an interview with Footballghana.com, Amoako, who is the goalkeepers coach of Nsoatreman FC believes Hughton’s scouting activities will give local players a fair opportunity during Black Stars call ups.
“It’s very encouraging. I saw him in the stands when we (Nsoatreman FC) played Tamale City at the Aliu Mahama Stadium and I think that is the way to go by. Erstwhile Black Stars coaches watched the league but Hughton has been consistent and I think this is a big opportunity for local players to get into the national team”
“I pray he gets some talents in his scouting activities so we can get four or five players in his squad in subsequent call ups”
“Previously, the focus was on the foreign players but the narrative has changed under Hughton. Now players are being monitored and it gives us hope that definitely those playing at home will be given a chance. It will also give local players a fair opportunity in call ups”