Crystal Palace forward Jordan Ayew achieved a remarkable milestone in his football career, surpassing his father’s goal-scoring record for the Black Stars.
In the 3-1 victory over Liberia on Tuesday, Ayew not only played a crucial role in the win but also etched his name into Ghanaian football history.
Entering the game as a substitute for Ernest Nuamah in the 62nd minute, Ayew left a lasting impression by netting a vital goal in the 82nd minute.
This goal propelled him beyond his father, Abedi Pele, in the all-time goal-scoring chart for the Black Stars.
Jordan Ayew, who made his Ghana debut in 2010, has now accumulated 20 goals in 92 appearances for the senior national team. In contrast, his father, Abedi Pele, concluded his illustrious career with 19 goals in 73 games.
Jordan Ayew is currently just four goals away from matching his brother, Andre Ayew, who has 24 goals in 114 caps.
Asamoah Gyan retains the record for the most goals scored for Ghana, amassing an impressive 51 goals in 109 appearances before retiring from professional football.
Additionally, Jordan Ayew ascended to become Ghana’s fourth-most capped player following his substitute appearance in the 3-1 victory over Liberia, emphasizing his lasting impact on the national team.
