GFA rescinds decision of admission of fans into stadium

Accra, April 01, GNA – The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has postponed the admittance of spectators to match venues following further consultative meetings with the National COVID-19 Task Force.

The decision was based on measures being put in place in combating the COVID-19 pandemic during the Easter celebration and taking into consideration the continued efforts of Government to avoid a 3rd wave of the virus.

A statement from the GFA said it shall in the coming days, develop and test further Protocols to safely admit fans into the stadium.

It said the GFA would again, develop an entry and exit protocol in addition to the existing approved Match Day COVID-19 Protocols including the introduction of advanced ticketing to avoid overcrowding at entry points.

The statement said the GFA shall continue to work closely with the Government COVID-19 Task Force and all other related agencies to ensure a safer return of spectators to the various match venues.

It reminded clubs to adhere strictly to the National COVID-19 Protocols, approved GFA COVID-19 Protocols and all the existing modalities for playing matches behind closed doors.

GNA