Former Tema East Member of Parliament, Nii Kwartei Titus Glover, has launched a scathing attack on Ghana captain Jordan Ayew following the Black Stars’ exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ghana’s campaign came to an end after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32, with Jhon Arias’ first-half strike proving enough to eliminate the four-time African champions.
Ayew, who featured in all four of Ghana’s matches at the tournament, has faced growing criticism over his performances, with some fans and pundits questioning his effectiveness and influence in the side.
Speaking on Channel TV, Glover argued that the 34-year-old’s time as a key figure in the national team has passed, claiming the forward no longer has the physical capacity to lead the attack for an entire match.
“Jordan Ayew has outlived his stay, and he can only play 20 to 25 minutes. He holds onto the ball too much, and he is so slow, but I know that is his style, and by doing that, you invite hard tackles on you,” Glover said.
“He is always on the floor, expecting the referees to protect him, but as a striker, you don’t hold onto the ball too much. Whether it is an aerial ball or a ground ball, you should move it quickly. You only hold onto the ball when you don’t have anyone around you.”
The former legislator insisted Ayew should have been deployed as an impact substitute rather than starting matches, arguing that younger players deserved greater opportunities during the tournament.
“So for me, Jordan Ayew was a complete disaster, and he should have played a maximum of 20 minutes and allowed the young players to feature,” he added.
The criticism comes in the wake of Ghana’s disappointing World Cup exit, which has already led to major changes within the national team setup. Head coach Carlos Queiroz has announced his departure after taking charge on a short-term contract in April, bringing his brief spell with the Black Stars to an end.
