Ghana captain Andre Ayew back in Black Stars squad for 2023 AFCON qualifiers, Kirin Cup after missing Nigeria playoff

Ghana captain Andre Ayew has returned to the Black Stars squad for the upcoming assignments after missing Nigeria play-off in March.

The Al Sadd forward did not play a part in the crucial play-off games against the Super Eagles due to suspension.

Having served his suspension, the former Olympic Marseille star has been included in the Black Stars 33-man squad for the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and Kirin Cup in Japan.

The Black Stars will play Madagascar and Central African Republic in the qualifiers next month before traveling to Japan for the four-nation tournament.

Ayew is expected to play a huge role as Ghana seek to qualify for the AFCON tournament in Ivory Coast next year.

Ghana has failed to win the title since 1982 and will hope to secure qualification as they set sights on ending the trophy drought.