Hearts of Oak: Martin Koopman likens Hamza Issah's qualities to Brazil legend, Romario

Published on: 02 November 2023

Hearts of Oak head coach, Martin Koopman beleives young striker, Hamza Issah has the qualities of Brazil legend, Romario.

The teenager was on the scoresheet as the Phobians recorded a 3-1 win on Wednesday in their matchday eight games against Medeama SC at the Accra Sports Stadium.

After the game, the Dutch trainer hailed the qualities of the Auroras product on StarTimes after the win.

“It was a pity that Hamza Issah was sick at half time and so he had a little problem with his stomach and got to the toilet," Koopman said.

“I asked where is Hamza and he got in the toilet so I must change him.

“But you see the qualities of Hamza, he has something from Romario, low on the ground, turns very fast, I like him very much," he added.

Hearts of Oak moved into 13th on 9 points after 7 games with an outstanding against premier league returnees, Heart of Lions at the Hohoe Stadium.

Martin Koopman and his charges will be hosted by Karela United in the matchday nine games at the Aliu Mahama Stadium this weekend.

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