It was absolutely an unpleasant moment for the Crystal Palace striker as he was booed by Kumasi fans after being substituted late in the Black Stars stalemate with the Super Eagles Nigeria in the 2022 World Cup playoff match on Friday night at the Baba Yara Stadium.
Jordan Ayew was replaced in the 92nd minute by German-based striker Kwasi Okyere Wriedt. Shortly after the Ghanaian technical team called for Ayew’s substitution, the fans began booing as the Crystal Palace player made his way off the field, indicating that they were not happy with Jordan’s performance.
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.
The winner of the tie will compete in the World Cup finals in Qatar later this year.
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.
