Jordan Ayew vows Black Stars will make statement in Austria

2026-03-27 - 00:12

Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has made it clear that the Black Stars are in Vienna for serious business, vowing to deliver strong performances in their two high-profile friendlies against Austria and Germany. Speaking ahead of Friday's clash with Austria, Ayew emphasized that despite a few late withdrawals, the squad remains focused and determined. "We want to play for our country; we want to do well for our country. So, every game is important. Tomorrow is going to be a tough game; Monday will be a tough game as well. So, we will do our best." Ayew expressed confidence in the team's preparation, noting that the limited training time has been used effectively. "I think we are preparing well tactically, technically, physically. We really look good. We're ready for tomorrow, and we'll see if we can get a positive result." The captain stressed that the team's ambition extends beyond merely participating. "We are going to try to put in our best performance. We are not here for holidays. We are here to work hard, to perform and to get good results. It will not be easy, but it will also be the best chance to be successful tomorrow." Ayew also highlighted the significance of these fixtures as the Black Stars fine-tune preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. "Going into the World Cup, it's a positive thing for us. As players, we are really looking forward to it. We have the ambition to come and get good results tomorrow." Ghana face Austria in Vienna on Friday before travelling to Stuttgart to take on Germany on Monday in two crucial World Cup preparation matches. Send your news stories to [email protected] and via WhatsApp on +233 546310076.