Ghanaian striker Jordan Ayew expressed his frustration following Ghana's loss to Cape Verde in their first match of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Ayew acknowledged the team's shortcomings in concentration and defending, identifying them as contributing factors to the defeat.

"We always lack concentration at key moments, and they [Cape Verde] scored sloppy goals," lamented Ayew. Despite the setback, he emphasized the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and taking the campaign one game at a time.

Ghana's defeat marks their third consecutive AFCON tournament without a win in the opening match.

With a challenging fixture against Egypt ahead, Ayew and the team recognize the need for a victory to revive their campaign.

The upcoming match against the seven-time champions is crucial for Ghana's hopes in the tournament.