Before the Black Stars’ match against Trinidad and Tobago in the Unity Cup event, the legendary Ghanaian footballer Michael Essien paid them a visit.
The former Chelsea player met with the technical staff, which was headed by Stephen Appiah, the vice chairman of the management committee, and his old colleague Otto Addo. He also enjoyed the occasion with the national team’s players, the majority of whom hold him in high regard.
Despite a strong second half performance led by Caleb Yirenkyi, one of Essien’s students, the Black Stars lost their inaugural match against Nigeria on Wednesday. The 19-year-old and Essien had been coworkers at FC Nordsjaelland in Denmark.
Ghana will be hoping to salvage some pride when they face Caribbean nation Trinidad and Tobago on Saturday.
Essien enjoyed a stellar career, playing for some of the best clubs in the world including Real Madrid.
Following his retirement in 2021, the former AC Milan midfielder decided to venture into management.
