Andre Ayew was voted the Man-of-the-Match award in Ghana’s 2-0 victory against Mali on Saturday at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations.

The attacker put in an outstanding performance in the second half before scoring the second goal in Franceville.

"I am proud to pick up this award," Andre said. I want to thank the players and coach for helping me win this award."

"I dedicate this award to the whole team. I didn't do it alone but had the help of my colleagues to win it."

Andre is the second Ghanaian player after John Boye to pick the award. Boye won the award after the opening match against Botswana.