Ghana Football Association (GFA) Club Licensing Committee has declared six stadiums unfit to host Ghana Premier League matches as the competition resumes.
Among the affected venues are the Baba Yara Stadium and the University of Ghana Stadium, both failing to meet key licensing requirements. Baba Yara Stadium, home to Asante Kotoko, was deemed unsuitable due to the lack of a designated safe zone.
This ruling also impacts Hearts of Oak, Legon Cities, and Accra Lions, as the University of Ghana Stadium does not meet the required standards.
Additionally, Golden City Park, home to Berekum Chelsea, Basake Holy Stars’ AAK Ampanian Stadium in Nzema, and Young Apostles’ Wenchi Sports Stadium have also been ruled unfit for league matches.
Clubs affected by the ruling must either upgrade their facilities to meet GFA standards or find alternative venues for their home games.
The decision aligns with the GFA’s Enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols, introduced following the tragic stabbing of Asante Kotoko fan Nana Pooley in Nsoatre earlier this month.
Despite these venue restrictions, Matchday 20 of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League will proceed as scheduled at approved stadiums.