Rodney: Son Of Stephen Appiah Hails His Father Over Football Achievements: “He's A Great Man”

• Rodney Appiah, son of Stephen Appiah, has showered accolades on him over the former Ghana captain's achievements on the field
• The Great Olympics midfielder admitted that he cannot achieve the same feat because his father is a great man
• Rodney indicated that Stephen Appiah has guided him throughout his career and owns his milestones in life to the legendary footballer

Rodney Appiah, son of former Ghana captain Stephen Appiah, has celebrated his father for the legendary footballer's accomplishments.

The Great Olympics midfielder admitted to 3Sports that his father achieved a lot in football, which would be tough to replicate.

Rodney noted that his father has done much for his country through football and other fields.

"I can't do what he did because he is a great man. He has done so much for the country ... I hope to do my best and show what I have,'' said Rodney.

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Despite the strain of following up on his father's legacy, Rodney acknowledged that Stephen Appiah has been a massive help in his profession.

See a photo of Stephen Appiah below:

He admitted that everything he has flowed from his dad. Rodney has returned to the first team of the Great Olympics after recovering from a year-long injury.

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In a previous story, YEN.com.gh reported that Stephen Appiah is well-known worldwide in football.

He made history as the first captain of Ghana's Black Stars to lead the country in its first World Cup in 2006 and 2010.

Appiah played with several clubs in Ghana and Europe during his career. Many wonder how a football career started for the player raised in Chorkor, a suburb of Accra.

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Stephen Appiah's son graduates from Birmingham University

Also, YEN.com.gh reported that one of Stephen Appiah's sons had graduated from the University of Birmingham in the United Kingdom. Larry Appiah graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Commerce.

In an Instagram post, Stephen Appiah said he and the family were proud of Larry's achievement and wished him well in his next endeavour.

Source: YEN.com.gh