James Kwesi Appiah included him in the squad following his explosive striking abilities in the Belgian topflight league.

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Owusu has 34 goals to his credit in 99 appearances for Royal Antwerp.

The 28-year-old forward has spent the last eight years in Belgium since leaving Portuguese side Gil Vicente.

He has played for Cercle Brugge, Westerlo and KSV Roeselare.

James Kwesi Appiah is noted to have identified established Black Stars players like Cristian Atsu and Majeed Waris.

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Watch highlight of Royal Antwerp striker William Owusu: