Accra Sports Stadium should be renovated, not demolished – Yaw Preko
Former Ghana international Yaw Preko says the Accra Sports Stadium should be renovated rather than demolished, describing the historic venue as the country’s equivalent of Wembley Stadium. Calls to tear down and rebuild the stadium have intensified in recent weeks over concerns about its deteriorating condition, with some critics describing the facility as a “death […]
Former Ghana international Yaw Preko has urged the preservation of the Accra Sports Stadium rather than demolishing it, describing the iconic venue as the country's equivalent of Wembley Stadium. Over the past few weeks, there has been a surge in calls to dismantle and rebuild the stadium due to its deteriorating condition, with some critics even labeling it a "death trap" following a recent inspection.
During a press conference following the Black Stars Legends' 6-3 defeat by UMB Speed Stars at the Adjiringano Astro Turf, Preko emphasized the importance of preserving the stadium's heritage. He suggested that instead of tearing down the entire facility, authorities should concentrate on reconstructing damaged sections and upgrading the stadium.
The former Anderlecht and Fenerbahçe forward stated that the Accra Sports Stadium should not be replaced entirely but rather enhanced to ensure its continued use. Despite the ongoing concerns regarding its condition, the stadium retains its approval from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to host international matches as Ghana gears up for its 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
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