Ghana’s Black Stars have been tipped to progress from their Group at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournament.

John Pantsil, a former Ghana defender has shared his reactions in the aftermath of the Group Stage draw for the 2021 AFCON tournament in Cameroon, next year.

AFCON 2021: John Pantsil tips Ghana to qualify from ‘difficult’ group

The Black Stars were housed in Group C alongside Gabon, Morocco, and Comoros.

John Pantsil who featured for Ghana at several major tournaments including the FIFA World Cup and the AFCON believes the group is a bit tricky and difficult.

“It’s a tricky group. Currently every country has improved because the game is dynamic and you cannot idle around. I see it as a difficult group,” Pantsil told Asempa FM.

Despite tagging the group as difficult, Pantsil is confident the Black Stars can qualify from the group. He however has cautioned against complacency and lackadaisical preparation.

“Ghana will qualify at all cost, but we need to approach everything about it seriously. During our time we were always serious about qualifying, so I pray they maintain that discipline. It’s a very tricky group but Ghana will qualify,” Pantsil said.

“We will have problems if we don’t get ready. Our readiness is what will take us to the next stage. The group we find ourselves in is not something to relax over. We cannot underestimate Gabon and Morocco, they always prove stubborn in tournaments they feature in. So we must be serious and be well prepared,” he concluded.

The 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, Cameroon will take place from 9 January to 6 February 2022.

Ghana will be bidding to win the title for the first time since 1982.