Poor infrastructure is making Ghana football less attractive – Agyemang-Badu

Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has highlighted the detrimental impact of poor sports infrastructure on the appeal of Ghanaian football. Speaking to Ahenfie FM, the ex-Udinese and Accra Great Olympics midfielder expressed his concern over the deteriorating condition of playing facilities across the nation, stating that inadequate infrastructure is making the domestic game less attractive.

This issue has gained prominence amid escalating calls for investment in stadiums and playing pitches, with the Ghana Premier League being particularly affected by substandard playing surfaces. Former Hearts of Oak head coach Nebojsa Kapor recently identified the lack of quality pitches as one of the primary challenges confronting Ghanaian football, adding fuel to the ongoing debate on the need for better playing facilities to boost the standard of the domestic game.

Former Asante Kotoko coach Eric Tinkler also criticized the state of football infrastructure in Ghana prior to his departure from the club, further amplifying the concerns raised by coaches and former players. The consistent criticism has reignited calls for investment in stadiums and training facilities, aiming to enhance playing conditions and render the domestic league more competitive and attractive.

Moreover, Ghana's infrastructure challenges have also raised concerns about the availability of appropriate venues for international football, with the Accra Sports Stadium currently being the sole venue approved for CAF and FIFA matches.