Soccer News of Friday, 3 February 2012

Source: ESPN

Guinea coach tips Ghana to win

Guinea coach Michel Dussuyer has expressed his belief that Ghana will go on to win the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations.

The 52-year-old's side were held on to a 1-1 stalemate by the Black Stars in Wednesday's final Group D match, which was not enough to see them through the quarter-finals.

The Frenchman, however, is impressed by the quality of the Group D champions and has tipped them to claim the trophy for the fifth time.

"I believe they can go all out and win the tournament," Dussuyer told Joy Sports.

"It's a great team and they have talented players who are well organised."

Despite the Black Stars qualification, many fans have voiced their concerns over the team's performance throughout the competition.

Leading Ghana striker Asamoah Gyan thinks otherwise, and is confident that their fears are unfounded.

"Two years ago it happened," the Al Ain marksman said after Tuesday's training session.

"We were winning with one goal and people complained. It happens.

"Tactically we are disciplined. People playing Ghana play like they are playing the final. We have to keep our heads up and continue playing. It looks easy outside but on the field it's different."

The Black Stars will face-off Group C runners-up Tunisia on Sunday at the Stade de Franceville.