By Kwame Bediako
Sports journalist, Theophilus Sampah addressed the troubling state of football in Ghana, particularly focusing on the rampant hooliganism that has tarnished the image of the Ghana Premier League in a discussion on GTV’s Breakfast Show on Thursday, February 6, 2025. Highlighting the serious implications of violence in the sport, Sampah expressed his concerns about the current state of the league and its teams, urging stakeholders to take immediate action.
Sampah emphasized that the current status of the Premier League does not meet the standards expected of such a prestigious competition. “Before we’ve seen it before and when we even say we are running a Premier League, I keep saying when we say a Premier League, none of our teams qualify as we speak,” he stated.
He pointed out that many clubs are scrambling to meet the basic requirements needed to be recognized as Premier League teams. He described this situation as “serious,” insisting that a fundamental reassessment of league standards is essential.
In light of recent violent incidents associated with football matches, Sampah urged stakeholders to harness the current energy surrounding these discussions to instigate positive change. “It is a call for all of us to take a second look at it again,” he articulated, emphasizing the need for collective action.
The discussion on hooliganism in Ghana football is a critical conversation that requires immediate attention. As Sampah concluded, there is an opportunity to turn the current challenges into a stepping stone for the future of the league, ensuring that it not only survives but thrives in a safe and competitive environment.
