Andy Kerm Says Comparing Dede Ayew To Neymar Is Like Comparing Kumasi To New York City

A Kumasi-based sports journalist has shot down the idea of replicating what Carlo Ancelotti did by taking Neymar Junior to the World Cup 2026, for his last dance.

Before the announcement of Brazil’s World Cup Squad, there was pressure mounting on the former Real Madrid manager to select the country’s all-time top scorer (79 goals) because he is loved and trusted to deliver at the global stage to seal his legendary status by winning the ultimate.

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There was a wild celebration in Santos and the whole of Brazil because Neymar was called to the national team, as he is cherished by the whole country and is seen as the heir to Pele’s throne.

Some Ghanaian football lovers are urging the Ghana football association and the newly appointed coach, Carlos Queiroz, to select Andre Dede Ayew, but Andy Kerm and many others disagree.

During a live session with Code Micky, Andy was asked about Dede’s inclusion, but his answer was quite controversial and has generated a wide conversation on the internet.

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According to the sports pundit, Dede Ayew has not had an iconic performance at the World Cup since 2010, so there is no need to take him along.

He said when you talk about Cristiano Ronaldo, you can talk about his hat-trick against Spain in 2018, Russia, and with Lionel Messi, the young players like Alvarez will shield him with their efforts, but Andre’s inclusions will worsen Ghana’s situation.

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The journalist believes the player has paid his dues for Ghana by being the Ghana’s top scorer at the AFCON with 10 goals, and that absolutely makes him a legend.

Andy Kerm justifying why Dede Ayew should not be included in the Worldcup squad pic.twitter.com/NNpJCGNZqJ

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He stated that Ghana has never gone beyond the group stages of any tournament since Dede Ayew became captain (AFCON 2021 and World Cup 2022).

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Andy Kerm sees no reason why the 36-year-old should represent Ghana for the last time because it is worthless.