Why Jordan Ayew and Kwasi Sibo are trending on social media

Ghanaian footballers Jordan Ayew and Kwasi Sibo have been dominating conversations on social media following the announcement of the Black Stars squad for the upcoming matches against Somalia.

The interim Black Stars technical team, led by Swedish coach Kim Lars Björkegren, announced a 26-man squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, with some notable inclusions and exclusions.

Ghana will host Somalia at the Essipong Stadium on November 12, 2026, with the return fixture scheduled for November 16.

Ghana to host Somalia at Essipong Stadium for 2027 AFCON qualifiers – Kurt Okraku

The squad announcement saw the return of captain Jordan Ayew and the exclusion of Kwasi Sibo, with both players becoming major talking points on social media.

Some fans questioned Ayew’s inclusion, arguing that he is past his prime and that it is time for the technical team to identify other players who could eventually take over his role.

Others believe the captain needs to improve his sharpness and make a greater contribution to the team's attack, warning that continued underwhelming performances could increase public pressure for him to retire from international football.

Meanwhile, Kwasi Sibo has also faced criticism following his exclusion, with some fans welcoming the decision and arguing that it presents an opportunity for other midfielders to demonstrate their potential.

Sibo's performances in Ghana's matches against The Gambia and Côte d’Ivoire attracted significant public criticism, with some supporters believing his omission was justified.

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@_owurakuampofo So Jordan never retire from national team 🤣 what again he want prove

— Liv_Lyf (@Live_Lyf1) November 9, 2026

@GhanaBlackstars Sibo out

Jordan in, Chaley problem never Dey finish

— Gentle🧩Dion• (@diongentle_) November 9, 2026

@_owurakuampofo That's the end of him in the national team, he doesn't add anything in that midfield he came into the BS cos of where he was playing in Spain and nothing else

— Son Of Man (@maxwell_aappiah) November 9, 2026

@SportyFM_ @thekingadjor Wasaa masa Wasa simple

— Graham (@graham_yh) November 10, 2026

@_owurakuampofo Jordan no de3 ei

Nti wasa monhu anaa?

— mOjO tEds👾 (@mojotedzy) November 9, 2026

@GhanaBlackstars Them no call sibo eii Ghana 🇬🇭 lol 😂

— ••meek (@meek_vory) November 9, 2026

@_owurakuampofo If you talk sey he shaaa saf ah u hype am! W’anni roff 😂😂😂

— cfc_changess👾🪼 (@1changess) November 9, 2026

😂make Jordan Ayew ein grace some locate me

— ᵘ​̲ᵗ​̲ᵈEddie (@dfweddiee) November 9, 2026

@GhanaBlackstars ooo senior man Sibo no dey inside? 😂😂😂

— First Son (@longstaph) November 9, 2026

“Ghana’s midfield problems go beyond Kwasi Sibo.” 🎙️

@thekingadjor believes Sibo has been unfairly made a scapegoat and insists he should have been included in the Black Stars squad.

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— SportyFM Ghana (@SportyFM_) November 10, 2026

@GhanaBlackstars @Greatnesss__ Jordan Ayew’s name is printed on the paper even before a coach selects

— MR MACFORD 𓃵 👑 (@mr_macford) November 9, 2026

@GhanaBlackstars where’s Atebubu kroos(KWESI SIBO)

— Raze (@razeal166) November 9, 2026

@GhanaBlackstars Where is sibo the maestro

— papa Baah (@AkwacyBaah) November 10, 2026