<p>Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has reiterated Ghana's confidence ahead of Tuesday's highly anticipated FIFA World Cup Group L showdown against England, insisting the team believes in its ability to compete with one of the tournament favourites.</p><p>Speaking ahead of the fixture, Ayew acknowledged the magnitude of the challenge facing Ghana but stressed that the players remain focused and motivated to deliver a strong performance.</p><p>The Ghana skipper noted that while many football observers have tipped England to dominate the group, the Black Stars are not intimidated by the prospect of facing the Three Lions.</p><p>"We have to prove ourselves and show that we have quality," Ayew said, adding that the squad is fully prepared for the challenge ahead.</p><p>The Leicester City forward, who has spent more than a decade playing in English football, described the encounter as a special occasion. Having represented clubs including Aston Villa, Swansea City, Crystal Palace and Leicester City, Ayew said England feels like a "third home" to him, making the match even more significant.</p><p>Despite England's status as one of the tournament's strongest teams, Ayew welcomed the underdog tag being placed on Ghana.</p><p>He suggested that external doubts could serve as extra motivation for the Black Stars, expressing confidence that the team can surprise critics with its performances.</p><p>The Black Stars head into the match boosted by their opening 1-0 victory over Panama, while England began their campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia. The result means both sides will be eager to secure another positive outcome as they seek qualification to the knockout stages.</p><p>Ayew, one of Ghana's most experienced internationals, said the squad remains united and determined to make the nation proud at the World Cup.</p><p>The Group L encounter is expected to be one of the standout matches of the group phase, with Ghana seeking to build on its strong start and England aiming to maintain its momentum in the competition.<br><br>Photo credit: ghanasoccernet</p>