The National Sports Authority (NSA) has confirmed that parts of the Accra Sports Stadium will be restricted during Ghana’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Chad on Friday, March 20, due to ongoing maintenance.

NSA Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah disclosed that engineers have advised cordoning off eight rows of the upper popular stand to ensure safety. However, he reassured fans that the stadium would still operate at 80% capacity for the crucial match.

“Engineers have recommended that eight rows of the upper popular stand be cordoned off, but we will still have 80% of the stadium’s capacity available,” Ankrah told Sporty FM.

The Accra Sports Stadium has been undergoing renovations for months, leading to temporary closures. With the Black Stars playing their first home game of the year, authorities have assured fans that the venue will be ready to host the fixture.

Ghana, currently tied with Comoros at the top of Group I with nine points, will be looking to secure victory against Chad to strengthen their World Cup qualification hopes.