Following Ghana's impressive 2-1 victory over the Central African Republic, securing their qualification for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), striker Jordan Ayew shared his thoughts on the remarkable achievement.

In a post-match interview, Ayew reflected on the challenging moments during the game, particularly when the Black Stars conceded the first goal.

However, his unwavering confidence in the team's abilities never wavered. He expressed his belief that Ghana would ultimately emerge victorious.

"In football, there are times when things don't go as planned, and you may find yourself trailing by a goal. But you still have 70 minutes to play, and the key is to never give up," Ayew remarked during the press interview. "I've always approached the game with this mentality, and I tried to instill it in the team. Even before the match, I told my teammates that if we fall behind by a goal, we must keep pushing, because getting that first goal can turn the game in our favor. And that's exactly what happened."

Ayew went on to highlight the beauty of football, which is rich in emotions and unpredictable outcomes.

He expressed immense pride in the team's qualification for the 2023 AFCON, acknowledging the challenges they overcame in their journey to secure a spot in the prestigious tournament.

"It wasn't an easy path, but we are proud that we have qualified," Ayew stated, emphasizing that the primary goal was to secure qualification for the AFCON.

The 2023 AFCON is scheduled to take place in Ivory Coast, with matches set to unfold between January and February 2024.

Ghana and its passionate supporters eagerly await the opportunity to showcase their talent on the continental stage, aiming for success in this highly anticipated tournament.