Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has named Leicester City’s Jordan Ayew as the new captain to lead Ghana in the crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Angola and Niger.
Ayew, one of the most seasoned players in the current squad, reportedly had an open discussion with Addo to resolve any concerns surrounding his leadership role.
The coach’s decision to appoint Ayew as captain recognizes his wealth of experience and commitment, while also aiming to strengthen the team’s morale during this challenging phase of the qualification campaign.
Meanwhile, Ghana is at risk of missing out on the AFCON for the first time in 20 years, as their qualification efforts have been far from impressive. The Black Stars have faced a tough road, with two losses and two draws in their first four matches, earning only two points. They currently sit third in the group standings, heading into the final round of qualifiers this month.
To keep their hopes alive for next year’s tournament in Morocco, Ghana must secure victories against Angola and Niger—both already qualified—while also hoping that Sudan fails to get the results needed in their remaining fixtures.