Andre Dede Ayew

Andre Ayew Reveals How He Handles Social Media Criticism
15 Jul

Andre Ayew Reveals How He Handles Social Media Criticism

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Black Stars captain, Andre Dede Ayew, has shared his approach to dealing with criticism from fans on social media. Speaking to students during a lecture with the Sports Psychology class of 2024 at the University of Ghana, Ayew shared his personal strategy on how he tackles abuse from fans. According to the player, one needs mental fortitude to maintain the highest levels of sportsmanship when results don't favour them. Although he struggled in the initial stages of his career, Ayew revealed that he has found a strategy for handling social media backlash. "In the beginning, it was very difficult. It was…
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Black Stars: Andre Ayew Is A Good Leader – Asamoah Gyan
04 Apr

Black Stars: Andre Ayew Is A Good Leader – Asamoah Gyan

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Former Ghana captain, Asamoah Gyan, has praised Andre Ayew’s leadership during his tenure as captain of the Black Stars. Ayew was appointed captain in 2019 by then-head coach Kwesi Appiah, a decision that drew criticism from the media due to Gyan’s active presence on the team at the time. Despite criticism and the team’s failure to progress significantly in major tournaments under Ayew’s leadership, Gyan, who played alongside Ayew during his captaincy, believes Ayew has displayed strong leadership qualities. “Andre is a good leader. I have played with him and been with him at Black Stars camp,” he said on Asempa FM‘s Ultimate…
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Andre Ayew’s Time With The Black Stars Is Up – NPP Guru
26 Jan

Andre Ayew’s Time With The Black Stars Is Up – NPP Guru

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Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has called for the exclusion of Andre Ayew from the Black Stars, stating that his time with the team has come to an end. Ayew, who captained the Black Stars at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), saw the team exit at the group phase. In an interview on Angel FM, Mr. Mensah-Bonsu refrained from solely blaming coach, Chris Hughton, stressing the importance of addressing overall team deficiencies. He expressed his preference for stability among coaches and shared his belief that Andre Ayew no longer fits into the team. The Majority leader acknowledged Ayew’s past…
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Playing At AFCON Is More Difficult Than The World Cup – Andre Ayew
10 Jan

Playing At AFCON Is More Difficult Than The World Cup – Andre Ayew

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Black Stars captain, Andre Ayew has said playing at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is more difficult than the Fifa World Cup. The 32-year-old said this while addressing his playing teammates, President Akufo-Addo and the Sports Minister, Mustapha Ussif at a farewell dinner on Tuesday night ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast. At the event, President Akufo-Addo charged the Black Stars to believe in the possibility of winning the AFCON title despite the daunting challenge of ending a 42-year title drought. The Le Havre attacker, however, admitted how difficult it is to compete at the tournament…
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2026 WCQ: Why Andre Ayew Was Included In Black Stars Squad – GFA
14 Nov

2026 WCQ: Why Andre Ayew Was Included In Black Stars Squad – GFA

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Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum has explained why Andre Ayew was named in Black Stars squad for their 2026 World Cup qualifying games. The 33-year-old was left out of Black Stars squad for the October international friendly games against Mexico and the USA. However, Andre, who was clubless was named in the final 25-man squad for the game against Madagascar and Comoros in the first two games of the World Cup qualifiers. According to Asante Twum, the former Swansea City and West Ham United attacker what it takes to supervise and urge the young…
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You Are A Legend – Andre Ayew Hails Asamoah Gyan On His Retirement
22 Jun

You Are A Legend – Andre Ayew Hails Asamoah Gyan On His Retirement

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Black Stars captain Andre Dede Ayew has paid a glowing tribute to his long-time teammate, Asamoah Gyan after his official retirement from active football at the age of 37. Asamoah Gyan on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, announced his retirement from football after a career that spanned over two decades. Andre Ayew, who played alongside Gyan for 12 years in the Ghana national team, expressed his deep admiration for the legendary striker and recognized him as a true warrior and an exceptional role model for their country and the sport as a whole. Taking to his official Instagram page, Ayew wrote, "A true warrior who served…
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Nottingham Forest To Release Andre Ayew
02 Jun

Nottingham Forest To Release Andre Ayew

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Premier League side, Nottingham Forest are set to release Black Stars striker, Andre Ayew. According to The Athletic, when Ayew's loan agreement expires on June 30, 2023, the club will not make deal permanent. Ayew is part of six players who will depart Forest as free agents. The list includes Cafu, Jack Colback, Jesse Lingard, Jordan Smith, and Lyle Taylor. Meanwhile, Ivorian defender, Serge Aurier has had his extension clause triggered for a further one year. The former Swansea man had an underwhelming loan spell at Nottingham Forest. Ayew struggled for game time and also failed to prove his worth…
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Andre Ayew Makes Swift Recovery From Injury
05 Apr

Andre Ayew Makes Swift Recovery From Injury

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Ghana captain Andre Ayew has returned from injury to play for Nottingham Forest in their Premier League match against Leeds United on Tuesday. Ayew had been ruled out of Ghana’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Angola due to a knee injury in late March, but has recovered quickly enough to make a substitute appearance for his club side. Forest’s winless streak extended to eight games after losing 2-1 at Elland Road, but Ayew’s return will be a boost for the team fighting for league survival. They are currently 17th in the table in terms of goal difference. Since joining…
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Charles Taylor Alleges Andre Ayew’s Absence In Angola Trip Was Not Due To Injury
29 Mar

Charles Taylor Alleges Andre Ayew’s Absence In Angola Trip Was Not Due To Injury

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Former Hearts of Oak striker, Charles Taylor has accused the Ghana Football Association (GFA) of lying about Black Stars captain, Andre Ayew’s injury ahead of the team’s trip to Angola for their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier. Ayew missed the game in Angola and was also ruled out of the rematch due to a knee injury as reported by the Ghana Football Association. However, Taylor believes that there is something fishy about the report and that Ayew’s absence was due to anger over not being selected to play in Kumasi. “It was okay to exclude the injured players who left the team…
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We Keep Fighting Until The End – Andre Ayew On Nottingham Forest Relegation Battle
15 Mar

We Keep Fighting Until The End – Andre Ayew On Nottingham Forest Relegation Battle

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Andre Dede Ayew, the Ghana international, has said that Nottingham Forest will keep fighting until the end of the season as they seek to avoid relegation from the English Premier League. Currently 14th after 26 matches, Ayew acknowledged that the team's current position is surprising to many but said that they will continue to believe in themselves and keep pushing for positive results. Ayew missed a stoppage-time penalty in their recent 3-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspurs away, but insisted that it is not time to panic. He also said that they will have to face teams that have been together…
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