Former Ghana captain CK Akunnor has backed under fire striker Jordan Ayew to hit top form at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Gabon.
Jordan was heavily criticised for his display in Ghana's Group D game against Uganda.
Many have suggested he starts the second Group game against Mali from the bench but CK Akunnor wants him to start and calls on Ghanaians to have patience for him.
''I must admit that we are being too harsh on him [Jordan Ayew]," Akonnor told Kumasi-based Ultimate FM.
''In the game, he was doing a lot of track back for his brother and try to reach Asamoah Gyan on several occasions.The concentration is on Asamoah Gyan so it was important that Jordan and Andre Ayew take advantage of that.
''He was able to take men on when he moved to the right position. This is our first match and we won. We should look for areas to improve especially in our next matches not rather be on one player and criticize him.''