‘Proper way to defend is to attack’ - Odartey Lamptey ‘unhappy’ with Ghana’s recent defensive style
Former Ghana international Nii Odartey Lamptey has criticised the Black Stars’ approach at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting Ghana must rediscover its ability to keep possession and attack opponents rather than rely heavily on defensive football.
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‘Proper way to defend is to attack’ - Odartey Lamptey ‘unhappy’ with Ghana’s recent defensive style
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Mandela Yaw Anuvabe is a journalist and sports writer with 3Sports under Media General, delivering compelling sports content and in-depth coverage. Known for having a knack for telling intriguing feature stories, Mandela was recently recognised for his impeccable writing, finishing fifth in Africa in the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) Awards Young Reporters Writing category.
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- Length
- 117 words · 1 min read
- Published
- September 3, 2026
- Byline
- Mandela Yaw Anuvabe
- Source
- 3news