Ghana are still cautious of a depleted England squad
Ghana are still weary of England’s threat despite their host decision to rest five big names for tonight’s friendly at Wembley.
On Sunday, England boss Fabio Capello decided to exclude Chelsea trio John Terry, Frank Lampard and Ashley Cole, Michael Dawson and Wayne Rooney from the squad that beat Wales 2-0 in an Euro 2012 qualifier.
The Black Stars have been boosted by this historic friendly after thrashing Congo 0-3 in Brazzaville in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.
Despite the World Cup quarter-finalists ”disrespected” to face a weakened side, Ghana FA officials expect a keenly contested battle.
“Most of these key players I will say have not been so significant in their games in recent past. If they are being released, we are aware of that there are other players who could equally don the Three Lions jerseys and perform creditably,” Ghana FA vice-president Fred Pappoe told Joy FM.
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