Black Stars captain, Andre Ayew, emphasized the formidable challenge of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), noting it to be even more demanding than the FIFA World Cup.
Ayew shared this perspective during a farewell dinner held on Tuesday night ahead of the 2023 AFCON in Ivory Coast, where President Akufo-Addo encouraged the team to aim for victory despite a 42-year title drought.
Speaking at the event, Ayew acknowledged the intensity of the AFCON tournament, stating, “This tournament is even harder than the World Cup.”
He emphasized the importance of unity and assured that the team would remain cohesive and competitive throughout the tournament.
“We know that it is the hardest tournament, for me, in the World Cup when it comes to fighting, determination, and energy so the only way we can do this is by being together and being united and for that Your Excellency, I can assure you that we are united and we want to do it,” he added.
The Black Stars, adorned in stylish all-white kaftan outfits, departed for Ivory Coast on Wednesday morning.
Placed in Group B with Egypt, Cape Verde, and Mozambique, Ghana will commence its AFCON journey against Cape Verde on January 14.
