Ghana coach Goran Stevanovic insists midfielder Anthony Annan is ready to play against Tunisia despite the death of his mother.
The 25-year-old who is currently with the Black Stars for the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations received the bad news of his motherââ¬â¢s death on Thursday â⬓ three days before Ghanaââ¬â¢s crucial quarter final match with Tunisia.
But Ghanaââ¬â¢s Serbian coach in hailing the mental toughness of the Vitesse Arnhem player says Annan could draw inspiration from the unfortunate circumstance he finds himself.
ââ¬ÅIn everything there is a good side and a weak side,â⬠Stevanovic said.
ââ¬ÅIt is really difficult moment for him (Annan) and we support him a lot.
ââ¬ÅThere is a big motivation for him to play and I am sure she (Annanââ¬â¢s mother) would love for him to play for the national team.ââ¬
The Black Stars will be spotting black armbands when they take to the field on Sunday against the Carthage Eagles in solidarity with their teammate.