By Kwame Bediako
Roc Nation Sports International (RNSI) is set to electrify Accra with the debut Roc Cup, a pioneering youth tournament running February 23-28, 2026, at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.
This expansion milestone draws 10 crack teams from five African powerhouses Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, and Guinea for round-robin thrills.
Free admission swings open the gates to 10,000 fans, making it a people’s festival.
Home soil favors Ghana, boasting four squads: Benab FC, Zilina Africa, Fadama Field Masters, and Semper Fi.
They’ll clash with Nigeria’s Tripple 44 FC and Sporting Lagos, Côte d’Ivoire duo Empire FC and Racing Club d’Abidjan, Guinea’s SOAR Academy, and Cameroon’s Kadji Sports Academy in a battle for continental bragging rights.
“Our commitment to African football shines through the Roc Cup,” beamed Grant Veitch, RNSI Director of African Football Recruitment.
After snapping up teen prodigies last year, he stressed community inspiration and European scouting pathways, with global eyes watching every move.
Accra pulses alive with cultural flair, local volunteers, and vendor buzz, turning matches into a broader celebration that nurtures dreams off the field.
RNSI weaves talent development with economic sparks for the community. Poised to become an annual staple, the Roc Cup forges lasting bridges to pro careers, positioning Africa and Ghana at the forefront of youth football innovation.
