By Patrick Akoto
Ebusua Dwarfs defender Rashid Sumaila is eager to seize the opportunity after earning his second senior call-up for Ghana's double-header with Sierra Leone and Gabon.
Serbian trainer Goran Stevanovic has drafted the youngster into his squad for the two friendly games this week following riveting performances for his local club.
The 19-year-old centre back replaces Captain John Mensah who has been ruled out of the games due to a nagging injury and the impressive defender wants to make the best of the opportunity.
“I am very happy I have been given another chance to play for my National team and hopefully if I get the chance, I won’t disappoint†Sumaila told GHANAsoccernet.com
“I was in Sudan and it was a wonderful experience and I wish to continue from where I left off. I am going to work hard so that when I get the chance to play, I will be on top of my gameâ€
“It’s great feeling and massive pride to be included in National team and I can’t wait to join the rest of my colleaguesâ€
Sumaila played an influential role in the country’s historic triumph at the 2011 All Africa Games in Mozambique last month.