Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has praised the impact of the Black Stars’ new generation of talent after their encouraging showing at the Unity Cup in London.

With several first-team regulars absent, head coach Otto Addo seized the opportunity to introduce fresh faces to the national setup. Among the standout performers were Christopher Bonsu Baah and Caleb Yirenchi, whose impressive debuts have sparked excitement about their future with the team.

“The other players couldn’t make it, but in Ghana we have a lot of talent,” Ayew told Ghana FA media. “The new players showed their quality in the two matches.”

Ghana began the four-nation tournament with a narrow 2-1 defeat to rivals Nigeria but bounced back emphatically, dispatching Trinidad and Tobago 4-0 to secure third place.

Ayew, who led the team through the campaign, commended the newcomers for their composure and adaptability despite having minimal preparation.

“We trained only twice before the first game, but the boys looked ready, sharp and confident,” he noted.

Looking ahead, Ayew expressed optimism that the full-strength squad will be available for the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in September. Ghana are set to face Chad and Mali as they continue their quest to book a spot at the global showpiece.