By: Kwame Bediako
The Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, has confirmed that there will be no ticket sales at the stadium on matchday for Ghana’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Mali. The Black Stars are set to host The Eagles on Monday, September 8, in Matchday 8 of the qualification campaign.
Ampofo Ankrah explained that the decision was made due to past difficulties with seating arrangements and crowd control, particularly during Ghana’s previous home game in March. He emphasized the importance of avoiding last-minute rushes and congestion to ensure a smooth and safe experience for all spectators.
“We intend not to have a rush as we did in the Ghana versus Chad game, where a lot of fans came to the gates without tickets, intending to buy tickets on the day,” he mentioned.
He warned fans not to turn up without tickets, as none will be sold at the stadium on matchday.
“There will be no ticket sold on Matchday [at the stadium], so if you do not have a ticket, don’t come to the stadium on Matchday; you will not get a ticket to buy on the day of the match,” he added.
Kick-off for the match is scheduled at 19:00 GMT, with the Black Stars needing a win to improve their chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted jointly by the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
The NSA urges all football supporters to purchase their tickets in advance through official channels to avoid disappointment and ensure their place at the stadium for this vital encounter.
