Black Stars Jordan Ayew Shows Respect to Former Captain Stephen Appiah at Training Camp
- Jordan Ayew and Stephen Appiah shared a touching reunion at the Accra Sports Stadium on September 1
- The meeting between Ghana’s current skipper and the legendary former Black Stars captain stirred nostalgia
- Ayew has been tipped to play a pivotal role as Ghana chases a fifth World Cup appearance in North America
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Leicester City forward Jordan Ayew reminded everyone of his down-to-earth nature during a touching exchange with Ghana legend Stephen Appiah.
The Black Stars skipper arrived in camp on August 31, 2025, alongside a group of teammates as preparations for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers continued.
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Among those present were Antoine Semenyo of Bournemouth, France-based midfielder Elisha Owusu, rising forward Jerry Afriyie, and goalkeeper Joseph Anang, according to Ghanafa.org.
Christopher Bonsu Baah, Hearts of Oak’s Benjamin Asare, defender Jonas Adjetey, Ibrahim Osman, Bologna loanee Ibrahim Sulemana, and Atalanta’s Kamaldeen Sulemana, were also included.
Social media footage from the Black Stars training session is below:
On Monday, September 1, Otto Addo’s technical staff put the squad through their drills at the Accra Sports Stadium.
Before the intense session began, however, a heartfelt moment unfolded between Jordan Ayew and Stephen Appiah.
Jordan Ayew, Stephen Appiah share heartwarming moment
In a video that quickly circulated online, Jordan, dressed in his training kit, stood with his hands behind his back while speaking to the former captain.
The subtle gesture reflected humility and deep respect. Fans were quick to react, praising the bond between past and present leaders of the national team.
One user, @Old_kobby, wrote:
"Such a humble player 🙌🏿Jordan🫡"
Another, @ErinHender23235, added:
"Love seeing that Black Stars legacy connection!"
The moment between Jordan Ayew and Stephen Appiah is also below:
Appiah, now vice-chairman of Ghana Black Stars Management Committee, plays a vital role as a bridge between players and management.
His influence runs deep, for both his leadership behind the scenes and for his legacy, with many seeing him as the standard of captaincy.
From 2002 to 2010, Appiah captained Ghana, guiding the team to its first-ever FIFA World Cup in 2006. He retired internationally in 2010.
According to Transfermarkt statistics, he made 48 appearances for Ghana's national team, contributing eight goals and three assists.
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While Jordan has failed to score in four appearances for Leicester in the Championship, his form for Ghana has been the complete opposite.
The 33-year-old has been the standout performer in the ongoing World Cup qualifiers, with five goals and four assists, according to Flashscore.
Ghana’s path to another World Cup continues in N’Djamena on September 4, where they will face Chad at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Deby Itno.
Four days later, the Black Stars return to Accra to battle Mali at the Sports Stadium. The team currently tops its qualifying group for the 2026 Mundial.
For Jordan, these fixtures present another chance to bring Ghana closer to a fifth appearance on football’s grandest stage, just like Appiah did 19 years earlier.
Jordan Ayew reunites with his son
In related news, YEN.com.gh also reported on Jordan Ayew’s reunion with his son on his arrival in Ghana.
The little boy’s excitement drew attention, with fans affectionately tipping him as a future Black Stars captain.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
