Otto Addo lavishes praises on captain Jordan Ayew for impact in World Cup qualification
Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has praised team captain Jordan Ayew for his exceptional leadership and consistency, describing the Leicester City forward as a central figure in Ghana’s successful 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign.
Ayew, 33, delivered seven goals and seven assists across 10 appearances, directly contributing to 14 of Ghana’s goals — the highest tally by any player in the squad.
“Since the day I came, he’s been good,” Addo told Joy Sports.
“I predominantly see him as a centre forward. He’s a great leader. The most important thing is that we have clarity and unity in the team.”
Ayew is set to make his third World Cup appearance, having previously featured in:
- 2014 – Brazil
- 2022 – Qatar
His journey reflects a blend of experience, resilience, and evolving influence, now culminating in his role as captain of a unified squad.
With Ayew leading from the front and Addo reinforcing team unity, Ghana enters its fifth World Cup appearance with a blend of veteran leadership and tactical clarity — ready to make a statement on the global stage.
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