2027 AFCONQ: NSA announces ticket prices for Ghana v Somalia game at Essipong

The National Sports Authority (NSA) has disclosed ticket prices and distribution plans for Ghana's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Somalia at the Essipong Sports Stadium. A public announcement made on November 5, 2026, revealed that tickets for the match will be priced at GH₵50 for all seated zones, whereas supporters seeking access to the VVIP area will pay GH₵100.

As part of initiatives to boost attendance and generate enthusiastic backing for the national team, students will be offered complimentary entry to specific standing zones, necessitating the presentation of valid student identification cards upon arrival. Ticket sales will commence on Tuesday, November 10, at 10:00 GMT, with Essipong Sports Stadium serving as the exclusive sales location.

The NSA has emphasized that supporters must acquire tickets exclusively via the authorized outlet and respect the stadium's seating guidelines to guarantee a well-organized matchday. Moreover, the authority has implored football enthusiasts nationwide to brace for a substantial turnout to support the Black Stars as they pursue qualification for the 2027 AFCON.

Ghana is set to face Somalia on Wednesday, November 11, and will subsequently host the visitors for the return fixture on Monday, November 16, with the latter team serving as the home side for the second encounter. Kick-off is slated for 15:00 GMT. Both matches hold significant importance for Ghana's qualification aspirations following their recent defeats against Ivory Coast and The Gambia in the opening Group C matches.

These outcomes have placed pressure on the Black Stars to accumulate the maximum points from their remaining qualifying fixtures to secure a spot at the 2027 tournament. Ghana's absence from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco following a lackluster qualifying campaign, in which they failed to secure a victory in any of their six matches, underscores the significance of the upcoming double-header against Somalia for the Black Stars' quest to reclaim their place in Africa's premier international football competition.