The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has charged Aduana FC head coach Samuel Boadu and Asante Kotoko SC following their Ghana Premier League Week 4 encounter at the Baba Yara Stadium. The match, which took place on Sunday, ended with a 2-0 victory for Aduana FC, marking their first win against Asante Kotoko in Kumasi. This result ended Kotoko's unbeaten start to the league campaign. The charges were announced on September 28, 2026.
Samuel Boadu has been charged with breaching Article 34(6)(d) of the Ghana Premier League Regulations, 2025. According to the GFA, Boadu made improper and provocative gestures towards Asante Kotoko supporters during the match. He has been given until Wednesday, September 30, 2026, to respond to the charge. The GFA will review Boadu's response as part of its disciplinary process.
Asante Kotoko SC has also been charged by the GFA for breaching Article 16(2)(b) of the GFA Disciplinary Code, 2019. The club is alleged to have failed to control its supporters, who reportedly threw objects onto the field of play following the match. Kotoko has also been given until September 30, 2026, to respond to the charge. The GFA will consider the club's response in determining the next steps.
The dramatic Week 4 encounter at the Baba Yara Stadium was highly anticipated, with both teams having strong performances in the league prior to the match. Aduana FC's victory marked a significant upset, as they secured their first win against Asante Kotoko in Kumasi. The match outcome had a significant impact on the league standings.
The charges against Boadu and Asante Kotoko SC are part of the GFA's disciplinary process. The GFA will review the responses from both parties before determining the next steps in the respective cases. The disciplinary process aims to ensure that all parties adhere to the regulations and codes governing the Ghana Premier League.
The Ghana Premier League continues to be a highly competitive and closely followed tournament. The league has seen several upsets and dramatic matches, keeping fans engaged and invested in the competition. The GFA's disciplinary actions aim to maintain the integrity and fairness of the league.
The cases against Samuel Boadu and Asante Kotoko SC will be closely monitored by football fans and stakeholders in Ghana. The GFA's handling of the charges will be crucial in setting a precedent for similar incidents in the future. The final decisions on the charges are expected to be announced in due course.
Key points
- Aduana FC coach Samuel Boadu and Asante Kotoko SC charged by Ghana Football Association
- Boadu accused of making improper gestures towards Asante Kotoko supporters
- Asante Kotoko SC alleged to have failed to control its supporters during the match
