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GFA hosts successful Workshop for Premier League Supporters Groups
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has successfully hosted a training workshop for the leadership of Supporters Groups of Premier League clubs.
The workshop, held on Friday, February 21, 2025, aimed to educate supporters on the recently approved Enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols 2025.
These protocols prioritize improving stadium safety and protecting all stakeholders.
The GFA recognizes the vital role supporters play in ensuring the successful implementation of these protocols.
By providing a deeper understanding of their roles and responsibilities, the GFA seeks to foster a collaborative environment that promotes safety and security in stadiums.
Read the key objectives below
Key objectives of the workshop included:
· Educating supporters on the Enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols 2025
· Discussing best practices for implementing the approved protocols
· Providing an open platform for the GFA to educate Supporters Groups on responsible fan behavior across League centres.
· Conducting joint training sessions for supporters groups on the laws of the game with the assistance of the Referees Department
This initiative follows a recent emergency meeting between the GFA and Supporters Groups, where they discussed safety and security protocols and the importance of cooperation between fans and security personnel.
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The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and all the clubs participating in this weekend’s competitions will pay special tribute in honour of the memory of the late Dominic Frimpong of Berekum Chelsea FC (on loan from Aduana FC).
The GFA has in a statement announced that all the players and team officials of the 6 clubs playing this weekend competitions will wear black armbands on their jerseys as a mark of respect during their respective matches.
In addition, a minute of silence will be observed before the commencement of each game in his honour. This tribute will take place during the MTN FA Cup semi-final matches as well as the Women’s Premier League final scheduled for this weekend.
“The GFA counts on the full cooperation of all clubs and the fans in respectfully observing these arrangements as we collectively pay tribute to Dominic Frimpong,” the statement added.
The FA expressed appreciation to all stakeholders for their understanding and support in these times.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Daniel Laryea will handle the MTN FA Cup semifinal clash between Aduana FC and Nations FC at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Roland Addy will serve as Assistant I, with Seth Abletor as Assistant II, while Adaari Abdul Lattif works as 4th Referee.
The match is scheduled for a 3:00pm kick-off at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
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