‘It’s a dream come true’ – Hearts of Oak star Afriyie Barnieh reacts to making Ghana’s final 26-man squad for 2022 World Cup

Hearts of Oak forward Daniel Afriyie Barnieh has described his selection in Ghana’s World Cup final squad as a dream come true.

Barnieh, who been instrumental for the Phobians was included in the 26-man squad for the mundial released on Monday and will compete in his first World Cup with the Black Stars.

The Black Meteors captain was among the two-home based players to have made Coach Otto Addo’s final 26-man squad for the tournament.

Afriyie-Barnieh was with his teammates and coach when the squad was announced and according to him, his inclusion in the final squad lists for the tournament is a dream come true.

“It’s a dream come true. I think four years ago, I watched the World Cup behind television and this time is my turn so it’s a dream come true”

“I am very happy because it’s a big platform and the biggest stage for every player on this earth dream to be part of a team to participate in the World Cup. so I’m feeling very great and happy for this call up” he said.

Ghana will open their campaign against Portugal on November 24 at Stadium 974 in Doha.

Ghana will be hoping to progress from the group stage at this year’s tournament.