Majeed Waris sets sights on Black Stars return under CK Akonnor

Published on: 01 May 2020

Racing Strasbourg striker Abdul Majeed Waris has set his sights on a return to the Black Stars after he was snubbed for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.

Waris didn't make the cut for the tournament in Egypt after training with the team in the UAE during preparations.

Waris has since not earned a place in Black Stars squad.

New coach CK Akonnor didn't invite the striker for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifications despite his impressive form for Strasbourg in the French Ligue 1 since he joined in January.

Waris has bagged two goals in seven games since joining the French top-flight side.

The 28-year-old was named the club's player of the month for February following his outstanding performances.

"For me, I won’t say I have missed playing for the Black Stars," Waris told Adom TV.

"It is good to always play for the Black Stars and I always have my confidence.

"As long as we are doing well and you are happy in your club, [national] opportunities will always come, maybe not today, maybe tomorrow.

"So for me, I am here [at Strasbourg], I am doing really well and I am very happy. What matters is, as long as you continue doing well in your club, I know these opportunities will always come.

"It's football. CK cannot call everyone [at once]. He can only call a few players to represent Ghana, so every time, we give our support to Ghana."

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