Dede Ayew and Thomas Partey
Some Ghanaian football fans have shared mixed reactions towards the presence of Thomas Partey and the absence of Andre Dede Ayew in the Black Stars squad, which was announced on March 14, 2025.
The squad, announced by head coach Otto Addo, saw Thomas Partey’s return to the team following a short absence, while André Dede Ayew was left out once again.
The team will face Chad on March 21, 2025, at the Accra Sports Stadium before departing to face Madagascar in an away fixture on March 24, 2025.
In reaction to the squad, some fans believe that Thomas Partey‘s top-notch performances for Arsenal this season will make him pivotal in contributing to the team’s qualification in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Others have raised concerns about Dede Ayew’s omission from the squad, despite his good form for French side ‘Le Havre’ this season.
Despite Ayew reiterating his commitment to play for the Black Stars, he has been denied a call-up.
There were also some football fans who were pleased with the squad, as most of the senior players were featured, as the team prepare for the crucial World Cup qualifying games.
Read the reactions below:
Why is Ghana in this situation? Where is our captain, Andrew Dede Ayew? Why are we being forced to retain him? He is still performing well at his club and scoring goals. Otto Addo, you need to understand that if things go well, you will receive credit, but if they don’t, you migh
— Ray Junior (@rayjunior972) March 14, 2025
🇬🇭 Thomas Partey returns to the Black Stars for the first time since the AFCON qualifiers in September 2024. pic.twitter.com/sFOYVPqRWa
— Owuraku Ampofo (@_owurakuampofo) March 14, 2025
Once again he didn’t call Andre aye! What kind of ohiani stubborn proud attitude is this!!!!
— #BanPolytheneBags (@richkoram) March 14, 2025
Where is Dede Ayew? Masa you people for be serious 😂
— kojo_virtuous YNWA (@Dabodabokoti) March 14, 2025
Good for the country. We have to qualify for Afcon 2026 and Partey can play a big part.
— Prince Arhin (@PrinceArhi85833) March 14, 2025
🇬🇭 Thomas Partey has been recalled to the Black Stars for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, while André Ayew and Majeed Ashimeru miss out on the squad list. pic.twitter.com/SyKPW0kOr7
— Kennedy Ansah (@kennedyansah_) March 14, 2025
Dede Ayew?
— JOE Levelz (@jlevelz) March 14, 2025
Just take care of Thomas Partey.
— Bash Boy™️©️⚔️. (@BBash34) March 14, 2025
Dede Ayew robbed
— Kejetia Borla Bird 🐦 (@oseimickey) March 14, 2025
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