Black Stars Will Give '100%' Against England, Vows Captain Jordan Ayew
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Ghana captain Jordan Ayew vows the Black Stars will give "100%" and fight hard against England in their World Cup Group L decider.
- Ayew aims to ease pressure on younger players and ensure accountability for himself and the team.
- Both Ghana and England have 3 points, with the winner taking control of Group L in the match at Gillette Stadium.
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has declared that the Black Stars will leave nothing on the pitch when they face England in a crucial World Cup Group L decider. With both teams currently tied on 3 points, the match at Gillette Stadium is set to be a fiercely contested battle for control of the group.
Iโm doing my best to guide the boys, make them comfortable, take pressure off them, and help us perform.
Ayew emphasized his role in supporting the younger members of the squad, stating his intention to guide the players, alleviate pressure, and foster an environment where everyone, including himself, is held accountable for their performance. "I have to perform too. They have to perform too. Itโs teamwork. Weโre helping each other," Ayew told reporters, highlighting the collective effort required.
The Ghanaian team enters the match following a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama in Toronto. England, meanwhile, secured a 4-2 win against Croatia in their opening game. Ayew's message to his teammates and the nation is one of unwavering commitment and determination.
I have to perform too. They have to perform too. Itโs teamwork. Weโre helping each other.
"Weโre going to give our 100% and weโre going to fight," Ayew vowed. "Iโll make sure when we come off that pitch, we have no regrets." The kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 PM ET, with the stakes exceptionally high for both nations aiming to assert dominance in Group L.
Weโre going to give our 100% and weโre going to fight. Iโll make sure when we come off that pitch, we have no regrets.
Originally published by Ghanaian Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.