Big Blow as Ghana goalkeeper Richard Attah of Accra Hearts of Oak SC pick up an injury ahead of the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Nigeria this month.
The Phobians first Choice goalkeeper who is expected to be named in the Otto Addo’s squad for the crucial encounter against Nigeria picked a groin injury on Sunday afternoon.
Yet to be capped by Ghana despite his recent consistent inclusion in the Ghana team, Attah was penciled by many to this time get the nod to be in goal for Ghana when the pay their rivals.
The 26-year-old goalie won the 2020-21 Ghana Premier League and MTN FA Cup trophies with the Rainbow Boys after joining from Elmina Sharks FC.
Attah was in goal for Hearts on Sunday, March 13th against Aduana Stars FC in Dormaa when he picked up a groin injury after the 40th minute mark.
He could not continue with the game and was subbed off as Richmond Ayi took his position with five minutes to the end of the first 45 minutes of the match.
The extent of his injury is unknown but could miss the Nigeria clash if it turns out to be a serious injury.