Andre Ayew blames cultural disconnect for perceived lack of passion in Black Stars

Ghana captain Andre Ayew has addressed the recent criticism surrounding the perceived lack of passion among some Black Stars players.Ayew, while acknowledging the team's recent struggles, insists the dedication remains strong.He suggests a difference in background between the current generation and past players may be a contributing factor.Ghanaian football thrived in the early 2000s, with appearances in the World Cup and on the Africa Cup of Nations podium.However, recent years have seen the team falter in both competitions. This has led fans to question the current players' commitment to the national team.Ayew believes the team's patriotism remains unchanged. He highlights the different career paths taken by the current generation as a possible reason for the disconnect."We have a young squad who are now understanding what it means to play for the team," Ayew explained."They started playing abroad at a young age, unlike the old generation who came through the local league."He emphasizes the challenges faced by these young players: "They tend to cope more with what they're experiencing abroad. So coming back to Ghana to readapt to our culture and values is not easy."Ayew proposes a solution: "Psychologically, everybody needs to...

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