Ghanaian fans at the packed Kumasi Stadium surprisingly booed one of their strikers, Jordan Ayew as he was being substituted late in Ghana’s draw with Nigeria on Friday.
He was replaced in the 92nd minute by Kwasi Okyere Wriedt, who is based in Germany. Fans began booing as the player made his way off the field, indicating that they were dissatisfied with his performance.
But Ghana’s coach, Otto Addo, according to Ghanaweb claimed the booing was for him and not the player.
Jordan recovered from a coronavirus infection earlier this week and trained once before the game.
Ayew gave everything he had by carrying the ball into dangerous areas, making himself available for passes in good areas, pressing, and tackling.
But it didn’t appear to be enough for the nearly 40,000 fans packed inside the famous stadium.
Not only was he booed during his substitution, but fans also booed him as he entered the Black Stars bus after the game.
Jordan’s brother, Andre Ayew, was in the stands due to a suspension and appeared dissatisfied with the 0-0 scoreline.
The game had few chances, with the talking point being a second-half penalty that was ruled out by VAR.
Nigeria were awarded a penalty with 15 minutes remaining after Ghana midfielder Baba Iddrisu appeared to have handled the ball inside their box.
However, Nigeria’s hopes of an away win were dashed as VAR overturned the penalty decision.
Following the outcome of the first leg, Ghana have two options: a win or a scoring draw will secure qualification to the World Cup finals in Qatar, while Nigeria must win to advance.
The game will take place at Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja on March 29, 2022.
Monday will be exactly one year since Ayew last scored for the Black Stars.
The striker has made 73 appearances since his debut in 2010 and scored 18 goals.
