In a shocking turn of events, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has withdrawn its approval for the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi to host Ghana’s upcoming home matches. Apexnewsgh reports
This decision comes after CAF reviewed the conditions observed during the Black Stars’ match against Angola on September 5, 2024.
Initially, CAF had conditionally approved the stadium to host Ghana’s opening game against Angola, but after witnessing the subpar conditions firsthand, they rescinded their decision.
In a letter to the Ghana Football Association (GFA), CAF emphasized that the stadium failed to meet the required standards for hosting Category 3 international matches.
CAF had previously expressed concerns about the suitability of Baba Yara Sports Stadium for top-tier international fixtures, citing persistent issues with the playing field and facilities.
The revocation leaves Ghana without a CAF-approved Category 3 stadium, forcing the GFA to find a suitable venue outside the country for the next round of AFCON qualifiers.
Ghana’s next home game against Sudan on October 11, 2024, is now in jeopardy, with the GFA scrambling to find an alternative venue. The Black Stars are still seeking their first win in the qualifiers, having lost to Angola and drawn with Niger in their opening matches.
The team’s chances of advancing in the competition have been dealt a significant blow by CAF’s decision.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
