Abdul Razak: Ghana, Algeria, Cote d’Ivoire and Senegal are favourites

Fondly called ‘Golden Boy’, Karim Abdul Razak is unarguably one of the most talented players in the history of African football. Now in his 60’s, the Ghana and Asante Kotoko legend gets another opportunity for yet another experience in the Africa Cup of Nations, a competition he won in 1978. Abdul Razak has been appointed by CAF as one of the Ambassadors for the TOTAL Africa Cup of Nations Gabon 2017, and together with Senegal legend Khalilou Fadiga and ex-Gabonese defender, Francois Amegasse, and will assist CAF General Secretary Hicham El Amrani in the draw process on Wednesday, 19 October 2016 in Libreville. Ahead of the draw, ‘Golden Boy’ had a chat with CAFOnline.com on his career, expectations of next year’s tournament amongst others. Below are excerpts;‘Golden Boy’ nickname It was in 1975, during an AFCON qualifier against Mali. We lost the first leg 3-1 in Bamako and the head coach at the time (Karl-Hienz Weigang from Germany) criticised the entire team but me. For the second leg, it was very tough but we won 4-0 and I scored two of the goals. Due to my performance, the commentator (late Harry Thompson) referred to me as ‘Golden Boy’ and ever since I have been known by that nickname.Memories of 1978 Africa Cup of Nations The semi-final against Tunisia, and I scored the only goal. They (Tunisia) had qualified for the 1978 FIFA World Cup (in Argentina) and had renowned players like Sadok ‘Attouga’ Sassi, Tarak Dhiab, Témime Lahzami etc. In the build up to the goal, there was a long pass from Isaac Acquaye (defender), and I slid the ball past Attouga who had come off his line.  The headlines after the match was “Golden Boy scores golden goal”. This is a match I will never forget. Then we beat Uganda 2-0 in the final. I scored two goals in the tournament …

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