AFCON 2025Q: CAF examines Ghana’s stadiums for possible reversal of hosting ‘Category C games’

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is on the verge of a surprise U-turn on Ghana’s eligibility to host Category C matches.

Recently, CAF revoked the Baba Yara Stadium’s certification for such matches, leaving Ghana without a single approved venue that meets international standards.

Baba Yara Sports Stadium

Due to this decision, Ghana was forced to select an alternative stadium outside the country for the upcoming October AFCON qualifier against Sudan and follow the CAF’s instruction

However, Citi Sports can confirm this that CAF inspectors were in Ghana at the weekend to inspect the stadiums in Accra and Cape Coast.

Cape Coast Sports Stadium

ACCRA – GHANA – NOVEMBER 19: General view of the Ohene Djan Sports Stadium before the international friendly match between Ghana and Tunisia on November 19, 2008 in Accra, Ghana. (Photo by Haydn West/Getty Images)

This inspection was ordered at the request of the Sports Ministry, which is working to avoid a major nationwide embarrassment.

Previously, the Sports Ministry had urged the Ghana Football Association to ask CAF to re-evaluate the Accra, Legon and Cape Coast stadiums after receiving the initial notice.

Ghana could receive temporary approval to host the AFCON qualifier against Sudan in October if one of the inspected venues is suitable.