Head coach of the Black Stars, CK Akonnor has expressed sadness about the death of former Ghana striker, Opoku Afriyie.

The legendary Asante Kotoko striker died on on Sunday, 29 March, 2020 in Kumasi aged 75.

Bayie was a prominent member of the Black Stars squad that won the 1978 African Cup of Nations.

He scored the two goals in the final of that tournament.

Sad to hear the passing of former Black Stars player and Team Manager Opoku Afriyie.

You will forever be in my heart for the wise counsel you offered me during my days at Kotoko

Rest In Peace legend pic.twitter.com/glvytQJlOZ

— CK Akonnor (@akonnor_ck) March 29, 2020