Jordan Ayew made his Sheffield United debut ahead of AFCON qualifiers
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew made his debut for Sheffield United, coming on as a substitute in the match against Wolverhampton. The forward spent the final 26 minutes of the game on the pitch, MyJoyOnline reports.
Debut for Sheffield United
The 35-year-old Ayew had 19 touches of the ball. He produced a dangerous shot that sent the ball across the face of goal and also made one pass into the opponent's penalty area.
The player's statistics also included one tackle, one clearance and two ball recoveries. For the former Leicester City forward, this match marked a return to competitive football.
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Before that, Ayew last played in an official match for the Ghana national team at the 2026 World Cup. Ghana then lost to Colombia in the round of 32 match.
Qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations
Ayew's return is important for the Ghana national team ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches. Later this month, Ghana are scheduled to play against Côte d’Ivoire and Gambia.
MyJoyOnline notes that the captain's appearance on the pitch and the first signs of match sharpness could help him regain optimal form for these fixtures.
