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Kudus Gives Up No.10 Jersey as Ayew Takes Captaincy

3/1/2025

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Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus has relinquished the iconic No.10 jersey ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, potentially to lighten the burden or make way for a teammate. In a significant shift, Jordan Ayew is poised to take over as captain, with Thomas Partey stepping aside. Despite these changes, Kudus remains fiercely dedicated to the Black Stars.

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Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus has relinquished the iconic No.10 jersey ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, potentially to lighten the burden or make way for a teammate. In a significant shift, Jordan Ayew is poised to take over as captain, with Thomas Partey stepping aside. Despite these changes, Kudus remains fiercely dedicated to the Black Stars.