‘Baba Yara and Accra Sports Stadium is not closed’- Yaw Ampofo Ankra
The National Sports Authority (NSA) has dismissed reports suggesting that the Accra Sports Stadium has been closed, assuring the public, sporting federations and clients that the facility remains open for business.
Ghana may forfeit its favor with CAF – warns Berekum West MP Dickson Kyere-Duah – if critical attention isn't given to the state of Accra Sports Stadium. The renowned football venue has endured significant decline, leading to CAF's initial rejection of the stadium for international fixtures in the past. This prompted Ghana to seek alternative grounds in neighboring nations before ultimately securing permission to host matches at Accra Sports Stadium.
The MP, reflecting on a recent joint inspection by officials from the National Sports Authority, the Ghana Sports Fund Board, and members of Parliament, voiced grave concerns over the stadium's deteriorating conditions. Kyere-Duah urged authorities to initiate a national dialogue on the stadium's future, emphasizing that further delays could jeopardize Ghana's international football calendar.
The Accra Sports Stadium has previously undergone several renovations to enhance safety and align with international standards, yet recent worries over its deteriorating state have heightened pressure on authorities to ensure the nation possesses appropriate venues for upcoming CAF and FIFA events, including the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, the 2027 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, and the upcoming Ghana Premier League season.
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