Hearts of Oak goalkeeper, Richard Attah has revealed that he was motivated by his maiden call-up to the Black Stars team two months ago for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sudan.

Attah was part of the four local players who were handed a call up by coach Charles Akonnor.

According to him, it was a big motivation and the realisation that he needed to work even harder to justify the trust showed in him by Charles Akonnor.

"I will always cherish my first Black Stars call up. It was a great inspiration for me and it has even made me work harder as my effort has been recognised," Attah told the Graphic Sports.

"This is my debut season with Hearts of Oak and I think it has been well. I feel great playing for Hearts of Oak and I will continue doing my best as it opens national team doors for me," he added.

The 25-year-old joined the Phobians from Elmina Sharks and quickly took over from Richmond Ayi as the club’s first-choice goalie in the fourth week when his side played Ebusua Dwarfs at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Attah has been a revelation in the Ghana Premier League this season for the Phobians.

In 12 league games, he has conceded eight goals but has kept four clean sheet for the Phobians.

"I have my sight fixed on winning both the Premier League and MTN FA Cup with Accra Hearts of Oak. We have a great squad and I believe with hard work, it is very feasible," he added.