Lincoln Red Imps FC and Ghana’s Ibrahim Ayew added another trophy to an already distinguished career on March 14, 2026, when the Gibraltar side defeated Mons Calpe SC 5–0 in the Peninsula Rock Cup Final. The result marked a commanding cup triumph for Lincoln and another proud milestone for Ayew, whose professionalism and longevity continue to inspire football followers in Ghana and beyond.
The final itself was one sided. Lincoln Red Imps took control and never let go, with Kike producing a hat trick in a dominant display that overwhelmed Mons Calpe. The club’s official match report described it as a 5–0 victory in the Peninsula Rock Cup Final, underlining just how emphatic the performance was on the day.
Ibrahim Ayew played his part in the triumph, coming on in the 68th minute as Lincoln maintained their authority and closed out the match in style. While he was not in the starting eleven for the final, his involvement in the title winning squad reflects the trust placed in him by the club and his value as an experienced figure within the team.
This 2026 success is also significant because the competition had just entered a new era under its new sponsored identity. In January 2026, the Gibraltar Football Association announced that Peninsula had become the title sponsor of the Rock Cup, officially renaming it the Peninsula Rock Cup. That means Ayew and Lincoln Red Imps are among the first winners to lift the trophy under its new title.
For followers of Ibrahim Ayew’s journey, this trophy is not an isolated moment. Ayew joined Lincoln Red Imps in 2023, with the club highlighting his experience and defensive quality at the time of his signing. Since then, he has remained part of one of Gibraltar’s most successful football institutions, contributing both in domestic competition and in European matchday squads. Lincoln’s own coverage across recent seasons has repeatedly shown him involved in league, cup, and continental fixtures, reflecting his continued importance within the squad.
What makes this story especially powerful is the endurance behind it. At 37, Ibrahim Ayew continues to compete at a high level, adding silverware while representing Ghanaian excellence abroad. Public player profiles and match data show him still active for Lincoln Red Imps during the 2025–26 season, a reminder that discipline, fitness, and experience remain powerful assets in professional football.
Beyond the scoreline, this victory speaks to the value of consistency. Football often celebrates only the goalscorers and headline moments, but every successful squad also depends on seasoned professionals who bring calm, structure, and leadership. Ibrahim Ayew’s career has been built on those qualities, and this latest trophy with Lincoln Red Imps reinforces the respect he has earned across different leagues and football cultures. This final point is an interpretation based on his long career record, his continued selection at club level, and Lincoln’s documented use of him across competitions.
For the Ibrahim Ayew Foundation, this moment is more than a football achievement. It is a story of perseverance, representation, and legacy. It shows young people in Ghana that excellence is not only about early success. It is also about staying ready, staying relevant, and continuing to win with character.
Ibrahim Ayew’s 2026 Peninsula Rock Cup triumph with Lincoln Red Imps FC deserves to be celebrated for exactly what it is: another chapter in a remarkable football journey and another reason for Ghana to be proud.
