Jordan Ayew drew public backing from Doris Boaduwaa after heavy criticism over his Panama game performance. The Ghana captain was replaced late in the match, and some Fans of the Black Stars turned on him online before Ghana’s next test against England.
Doris Boaduwaa’s Instagram message
Boaduwaa posted a direct message to the 24-year-old on Instagram and made the case for patience. "Dear Jordan Ayew. Keep your head up. Every great player faces difficult moments, but setbacks do not define your journey. You have carried the hopes of many, represented your nation with pride, and inspired countless young footballers through your dedication and hard work," she wrote.
She added: "Remember that champions are not measured only by victories but by how they respond to challenges. Stay focused, keep believing, and continue giving your best. Your experience, leadership, and resilience are valuable, and brighter moments are still ahead." The post also included: "Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles." She closed with: "Ghana believes in you. Keep fighting, keep leading, and keep shining."
Panama game reaction
Ayew’s difficult outing ended with a late substitution, and Caleb Yirenkyi scored the winner moments after he left the field. That sequence sharpened the backlash, because the finish arrived just after the captain came off and left the performance under a brighter spotlight.
Fans of the Black Stars took to social media to express their displeasure, and some wanted the 24-year-old to start from the bench against England. That reaction put the captaincy under pressure in public, even though Ayew still carries the armband and the weight that comes with it.
Ghana’s England test
Ghana now turns to England on Tuesday, June 23, in Boston, with a place in the last 32 on the line. For Ayew, the immediate question is not whether the criticism happened — it did — but whether he keeps his starting place after a night that split opinion and drew a teammate’s public defense.
