Hearts boss Herbert Addo has named a strong starting XI to face Esperance de Tunis in the CAF Confederation Cup third round first leg in Tunisia on Sunday.

The 5pm GMT kickoff will see the Ghanaians play a typical 4-4-2 fomation in the crucial game at the  Stade Olympique de Rades stadium.

Former Asante Kotoko goalie Soulama Abdoulaye has been given the mandate to guide the post for the Phobians in their chase for a positive result.

The  lateral defense will see Fatau Dauda Mohammed and Isaac Oduro who will have a major role to play in stopping the host attacks from the wings.

Captain Robin Gnagne and Philip Boampong are at centre back while Emmanuel Laryea will be pulling strings in midfield as .

Spearheading the attack will be Gilbert Fiamenyo with Foovi Agudi  playing behind him.

Hearts of Oak starting XI against Esperance de Tunis

Soulama Abdoulaye; Fatau Mohammed, Isaac Oduro, Robin Gnagne (Capt), Philip Boampong; Emmanuel Laryea, Paul Acquah, Ricahrd Yamoah, Foovi Agudi, Gilbert Fiamenyo, Isaac Mensah.

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