Ghana captain Andre Dede Ayew, has emphasized the profound significance of Ghana’s National Men’s Football Team to him and his family.
Ayew shared his sentiments during a lecture on sports psychology at the University of Ghana, using his career as a focal point.
Addressing the sacrifices he has made for the Black Stars, the two-time AFCON finalist and son of legendary footballer Abedi Ayew, along with his uncle, former Black Stars forward Kwame Ayew, underscored his unwavering commitment to the national team.
“The national team is so important to my life, my family’s life because today a lot of big men in Ghana have come through the huge university here; our life isn’t through university and through school, our life, my family is about the game and from this country not from anywhere else so when we know we have to wear this jersey, for me it’s all about sacrifices,” Ayew expressed.
He continued, “I don’t gain my bread, my family’s living wearing the national team colours, I wear these national colours by pride and honour.”
Ayew, currently a free agent, was not involved in the Black Stars' recent 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. However, his words reflect a deep-rooted dedication to representing Ghana, driven by a sense of pride and honor rather than financial gain.