The highly anticipated Democracy Cup match between Ghanaian football giants Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak has been rescheduled from July 5 to July 17, 2024. The venue remains the Accra Sports Stadium.

While specific reasons for the postponement have not been fully disclosed, Joy Sports reports cite ongoing preparations for the event, which is part of Ghana’s Parliament’s 30th-anniversary celebrations.

The winner of this significant fixture will earn the chance to face DC United in Washington, USA, adding international prestige to the competition.

Beyond commemorating Ghana’s legislative history, the tournament aims to foster national unity ahead of the upcoming general elections on December 7, 2024.

To heighten the celebratory spirit, a special curtain-raiser match is planned, featuring Members of Parliament against former Black Stars players. This friendly encounter underscores the fusion of sports and governance within Ghanaian society.