Hearts of Oak have been charged by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for allegedly allowing unaccredited individuals into the restricted Safe Zone at the University of Ghana Stadium.
As the league resumed, the GFA’s Club Licensing Board had previously raised security concerns regarding the stadium, particularly focusing on the integrity of the Safe Zone.
A statement from the GFA read:
“Accra Hearts of Oak SC have been charged with breaches of Article 8(e) of the GFA Enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols, 2025, and Article 34(6)(d) of the GFA Ghana Premier League Regulations, 2019, following their Ghana Premier League game against Young Apostles FC.
“It is alleged that the club allowed unaccredited persons, specifically its supporters, to enter the Safe Zone to celebrate—an act that constitutes misconduct and brings the game into disrepute.
“They have until Tuesday, March 11, 2025, to respond to the charges.”
Hearts of Oak Move Two Points Clear At The Top of The Premier League Table
Hearts of Oak moved two points clear at the top of the Premier League table following a deserved 2-0 victory over Young Apostles FC on Saturday.
Michael Awuah Mensah broke the deadlock in the 43rd minute, and a second-half own goal from Rahman Rulf Abdul in the 47th minute sealed the win, condemning the visitors to their eighth defeat of the season.
With 36 points, the Phobians now sit two points ahead of second-placed Asante Kotoko, who will face Legon Cities on Sunday.
This victory provides a significant boost for Hearts of Oak as they continue to build momentum in their quest for the Premier League title.
