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Sports News of Friday, 18 November 2022

Source: ghanasoccernet.com

World Cup 2022: Ati-Zigi's quality is evident - Otto Addo backs goalkeeper

Black stars goalkeeper, Lawrence Ati Zigi Black stars goalkeeper, Lawrence Ati Zigi

Black Stars coach, Otto Addo says there is no doubt about the quality of goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi ahead of the 2022 World Cup.

The St. Gallen shot-stopper was in post during Ghana's 2-0 friendly victory against Switzerland.

With the absence of Jojo Wollacott and Richard Ofori due to respective injuries, Ati-Zigi looks the closest to being Ghana's first-choice in Qatar.

That choice however does not sit well with some fans as they have little or no faith in the shot-stopper due to his previous performances while in goal for Ghana.

“We knew that Zigi is good, and he did [well]. He plays regularly in Switzerland and gets very, very good remarks after each game. We monitor him so there was no concern at all," the gaffer said.

“We knew before that the keepers we have at this level are inches apart. It’s not like somebody is that far away from the other so they are all at the same level. Sometimes it’s just little details.”

Ghana open their World Cup campaign in Group H against Portugal on 24 November before facing South Korea four days later.

The final group match will be on 2 December against Uruguay.