As anticipation builds for the first episode of 3xtra’s “Debate Arena: Sports Edition,” football enthusiasts are passionately discussing and comparing the illustrious careers of Sulley Muntari and Michael Essien.
The online debate, fueled by diverse opinions, showcases the fervor surrounding the legacy of these iconic Ghanaian midfielders, both celebrated for their contributions to the national team, the Black Stars.
Sulley Muntari had a better Black Stars career than Michael Essien.
Do you agree or disagree?🤔
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— #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) December 6, 2023
The two midfield maestros, both distinguished for being part of the few Ghana players to secure the coveted UEFA Champions League title, have earned recognition as Ghana’s finest midfielders in history. Opinions are varied, with a significant contingent asserting that Muntari’s impact with the Black Stars surpasses Essien’s, whose international career was marred by frequent injuries.
Please why do you want to compare them ? Whatever Sulley and @MichaelEssien did for the national team is 75% of what we seeking for as a player in the team. Honestly even in a match that they were losing, you could see the passion, the fighting spirit so pls let’s respect them.
— Di Bless (@Dibless2) December 6, 2023
I agree because Essien is always injured
— Komla NORSHIE (@KomlaNorshie) December 6, 2023
Of course.
I don't even think Essien is even worth to be called a Black Stars legend. He's never responded when the country most needed him
— Bruh Koby🇬🇭 (@qobi_cool) December 6, 2023
The only achievement for both of them is when the take Ghana to our first World Cup in 2006.
— CONQUER🇬🇭💪 (@azusisme) December 6, 2023
True. A proper legend. But, Essien’s problems started with his injury in Libya playing for Ghana. Make you people commot for there
— Fofo (@Togbe_Edem) December 6, 2023
This need not to be discusse,
— Gordon _K (@Kwesi7Gordon) December 7, 2023
Micheal didn’t do much for Ghana, 🇬🇭 rather Muntari gave all.
Kudos Muntari ❤️🙏much ❤️to you.
No no no no Essien no seize from France to England and to Spain if I were him I would naturalized for France cause Ghanaian are ungrateful ruff what Essien did for Ghana don’t compare Sulley to him @MichaelEssien @tv3_ghana
— Gucci_Prince (@GucciPr22709279) December 6, 2023
Yes is true
— Rapture Empire (@RaptureEmpire) December 6, 2023
100% sure
— Yamoah Daniel (@DanielYamo88495) December 6, 2023
Muntari, who featured in the U-17 and U-20 levels, emerged as a stalwart for the Black Stars, amassing 84 appearances and netting 20 goals. The former AC Milan midfielder notably participated in three FIFA World Cup editions, showcasing his indispensability to the team.
Contrastingly, Michael Essien’s journey included stints with the Black Starlets and Black Satellites as well before ascending to the senior national team. He garnered 58 caps and scored nine goals during his impactful tenure with the Black Stars. ‘The Bison’ as affectionately called was also involved in two World Cups.
As anticipation builds for the Debate Arena: Sports Edition, fans continue to share their insights and perspectives on the enduring legacy of these two former Black Stars midfielders.
The spirited discussion is a prelude to the highly anticipated “Debate Arena: Sports Edition,” which premieres on Friday, December 8, 2023, at 7 pm. Sports fans are encouraged to subscribe to 3xtra’s YouTube channel and turn on notifications to catch this insightful debate show and other exciting episodes.
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