As preparations continue for the 2023 African Games, concerns have been raised about the poor condition of the Cape Coast Stadium pitch.
A recent video has surfaced showing the state of the playing surface, which has been met with widespread dismay from sports fans and officials alike.
The video footage depicts a pitch that is overgrown with weeds, uneven, and marked with patches of dirt. This is a stark contrast to the high standards expected for a major sporting event like the African Games.
The deplorable state of the pitch has sparked fears that it will not be suitable for hosting the games, and there are growing calls for urgent action to rectify the situation.
The Cape Coast Stadium, which has a seating capacity of 15,000, is a prominent venue for football and other sports in Ghana. It is scheduled to host several events during the 2023 African Games, making it imperative that the pitch be in top condition. The current state of the pitch has raised doubts about whether it will be ready in time for the games, leading to concerns about the potential embarrassment for the country.
Sports authorities and relevant stakeholders are being urged to address the problem as a matter of urgency.
The pitch must be rehabilitated to meet the required standards for an international sporting event. Failure to do so could have serious implications for Ghana’s reputation and could also impact the success of the 2023 African Games.
The deplorable state of the Cape Coast Stadium pitch serves as a wakeup call for the need to prioritize the maintenance and upkeep of sports facilities in the country. With the African Games just around the corner, swift and decisive action is needed to ensure that the pitch is brought up to standard. The eyes of the continent will be on Ghana in 2023, and the country must put its best foot forward in hosting this prestigious event.
