Jordan Ayew Opens Up on 'Special Moment' After Match Winner Against Southampton

Jordan Ayew Opens Up on 'Special Moment' After Match Winner Against Southampton

  • Black Stars forward Jordan Ayew has expressed excitement after netting the winning goal against Southampton
  • The Leicester City forward helped the Foxes to a second straight win after starring in the 3-2 victory at Saint Mary's
  • Ayew signed for the former Premier League champions in the summer transfer window from Crystal Palace

Ghana forward Jordan Ayew has described his match-winner for Leicester City in the game against Southampton as a 'special moment' for him since arriving at the King Power Stadium.

Ayew joined the Foxes in the summer transfer window from Premier League rivals Crystal Palace.

Despite settling at the club, it took time for him to net his first Premier League goal for Leicester and it came at a crucial time.

Jordan Ayew celebrates after scoring for Leicester.
Jordan Ayew opens up on scoring match-winner in Leicester's victory over Southampton. Photo: Dan Istitene.
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Leicester City were down by two goals after the first half but the 2016 champions produced a strong second half display with Ayew sealing the win with a last-minute strike.

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“I hope the supporters really enjoyed the game. It was a special moment, because it was my first goal for the Club in the league. It took a bit of time, but I believe in myself, I believe in my abilities, and I know that I can bring in a lot of things," he said in a post-match interview, as quoted by the club's official website.
“I went to the fans to thank them because they've been behind me since I came through the door. They've been behind me and I'm happy for them as well and happy for myself and my family as well.”

Ayew's experience makes the difference

The 33-year-old has enormous experience playing in the Premier League, having starred for Aston Villa, Swansea City and Crystal Palace in the past.

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Ayew has made over 250 appearances in the English topflight league, and he is expected to play a huge role in Leicester's campaign.

With the Foxes making a return to the league, their ambition will be to stay up.

Ayew signed a two-year deal to join Leicester City from Crystal Palace last summer, as reported by the BBC.

Leicester fans chant Ayew's name

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Jordan Ayew has instantly become a fan favourite at the King Power following his heroic display for Leicester City over the weekend in their Premier League game against Southampton.

Ayew and his teammates travelled to Saint Mary's for matchday 8 of the Premier League after the international break on Saturday.

Leicester City manager Steve Cooper started the striker from the bench after a long trip with the Black Stars in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

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Chukwu Ikechukwu (Sports Editor) Chukwu Ikechukwu Godwin is a seasoned sports journalist with over a decade of experience across radio, TV, and online media. His career has seen him contribute his expertise to prominent media outlets such as Today FM, Wish FM, Silverbird Communications, and Sports Brief. Chukwu earned his Bachelor's degree in Agriculture from the University of Port Harcourt in 2016. Email: Chukwu.ikechukwu@corp.legit.ng