Eric Tinkler must adapt to poor pitches in Ghana – Maxwell Konadu
Black Satellites head coach Maxwell Konadu has urged Asante Kotoko boss Eric Tinkler to adjust to the realities of playing on poor pitches in Ghana, following concerns raised by the South African over the state of playing surfaces ahead of the new season. Tinkler recently expressed frustration with the condition of pitches after Kotoko’s 1-0 […]
Asante Kotoko boss Eric Tinkler recently voiced his dissatisfaction with the state of playing fields ahead of the new Ghana Premier League season, after his team's 1-0 pre-season win at the University of Ghana Stadium. Maxwell Konadu, the head coach of Black Satellites, responded to Tinkler's concerns, telling the South African that he should accept the realities of Ghanaian football while striving for improvements in pitch conditions.
Konadu emphasized that, while Kotoko's new coach may encounter difficulties with the playing surfaces, it is essential to adapt and get accustomed to local conditions. He acknowledged that while some venues might present even more significant challenges during the season, Tinkler should not let that deter him from performing well for his team.
Tinkler's comments came before Kotoko secured a 4-1 penalty victory over Hearts of Oak at Baba Yara Stadium to clinch the 2026 Democracy Cup. The Ghana Football Association’s Club Licensing Committee recently approved 14 of the 18 venues submitted by top-flight clubs, with ongoing efforts to ensure stadiums meet the required standards.
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