Former Black Stars midfielder Derek Boateng has voiced his frustration over the ongoing stadium crisis in Ghana, as the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the National Sports Authority (NSA) scramble to secure a venue for the Black Stars’ next home match.
The issue came to a head after CAF withdrew its conditional approval of the Baba Yara Stadium, leaving Ghana without a standard pitch for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Sudan in October.
The decision followed Ghana’s defeat to Angola at the stadium, which was widely criticised for its poor playing conditions.
Boateng, reflecting on the situation, expressed his disappointment at the lack of suitable infrastructure, stating that it is unacceptable for a footballing nation like Ghana to struggle with such issues.
“It’s so sad that we are in that kind of situation right now. We don’t have to be there. Ghana now has to find a field to play a home game, oh come on. We are too much for that so for me, it’s really sad to hear something like that,” Boateng lamented.
Reports suggest that Cote d’Ivoire has emerged as the most likely destination, as logistical issues may rule out Togo from hosting the match.
About The Author
You may also like
-
Zamalek stun Al Ahly in shootout to lift fifth CAF Super Cup title
-
Elisha Owusu scores first Ligue 1 goal as Auxerre thrash Brest
-
‘Irreplaceable’ Rodri to miss remainder of season with terrible injury
-
Majeed Ashimeru backs Kompany to thrive as Bayern Munich head coach
-
AmaZulu FC confirm signing of Ghana goalkeeper Richard Ofori