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GFA cautions clubs on deployment and conduct of Club Stewards

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and its Safety and Security Committee wish to remind all clubs permitted to deploy Club Stewards at their home matches to follow the laid down processes or face sanctions.

The Association wishes to remind clubs on the following:

That a club must train their Stewards using the GFA Approved Manual and send the list of the trained Stewards and the training report to the GFA for approval.
That the deployment of Club Stewards must be validated and discussed at the Pre-match Technical Meeting and approved by the Head of Police Operations on duty for the match.
That only trained and approved stewards by the GFA can be deployed at any given time. Any club that deploys person(s) who haven’t been trained and approved by the GFA shall be punished accordingly.
That no stewards shall be allowed in the dressing room area, entrance of dressing room, inner perimeter area (that is Zones 1 and 2).
That Match Commissioners must ensure and enforce this deployment and report the conduct of stewards accordingly to the GFA.
That stewards are to be deployed to provide directional, entry, and access control duties in the spectator areas of the stadium, including the orderly exit of supporters from the stadium after the match.
That Stewards are to be reminded and oriented on their duties and core values during pre-match briefings.
That a fanatic and/or partisan behaviour of stewards is unacceptable at any point in time of the course of the organisation of the match and that defaulting clubs shall be sanctioned.
That the Special Observers shall take note of any incidents involving Stewards and report accordingly to the GFA.
That any club who’s Stewards violate any of the aforementioned instructions shall be punished accordingly, and the said steward shall be banned permanently from such duties and from participating in football related activities.

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Ampem Darkoa, Sung Shinning seek crucial wins in Northern Zone of Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League

Ampem Darkoa Ladies return home after shocking exit from the Women’s FA Cup at the hands of Division One side Rootz Sistaz.

Despite this setback, the former champions remain unbeaten in the Women’s Premier League, following a draw with Northern Ladies in their last fixture.

Meanwhile, bottom-placed Sung Shining Ladies, based in Wa, will host Northern Ladies, aiming to secure maximum points and escape the relegation zone.

Here is what to expect in the Northern Zone:

Sung Shining Ladies FC vs. Northern Ladies FC

Sung Shining Ladies FC will host Northern Ladies FC, seeking to bounce back from their FA Cup quarterfinal disappointment. The home side has struggled to maintain leads in recent matches. Northern Ladies FC will look to continue their momentum and move up the table.

Ampem Darkoa Ladies vs. Kumasi Sports Academy

Ampem Darkoa Ladies will shift their focus to the premier league after a shocking FA Cup exit. They remain unbeaten in the league and will look to maintain their run against Kumasi Sports Academy, who are struggling in 8th position.

Tamale Super Ladies vs. Fosu Royal Ladies

Tamale Super Ladies will seek a second consecutive win when they host Fosu Royal Ladies. The Super Ladies are fifth in the table, while Fosu Royal Ladies are fourth. A win could push Tamale Super Ladies into the top four.

Dreamz Ladies vs. Prison Ladies

Dreamz Ladies will take on Prison Ladies in an electrifying encounter. Both teams have shown impressive form, and this clash promises to be a thrilling display of determination.

Supreme Ladies vs. Savannah Ladies

Supreme Ladies will clash with Savannah Ladies at the Bantama Astro Turf. Both teams are seeking to improve their standing in the league table. Supreme Ladies are bottom of the table and will look to pick maximum points at home.

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Hasaacas Ladies face off against Police Ladies in Southern Zone as Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League returns

The Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League resumes this weekend with Match Day 12, featuring highly anticipated clashes. In the Southern Zone, leaders Hasaacas Ladies face off against second-placed Police Ladies in a thrilling encounter that promises to be a highlight of the weekend.

Two points separate the two teams as Police Ladies trail record holders Hasaacas Ladies in the title race. Meanwhile, Halifax Ladies will host struggling Berry Ladies, with the home team seeking maximum points to improve their league standing.

Here is what to expect in the Southern Zone:

Epiphany Warriors vs. LadyStrikers

Epiphany Warriors, currently 4th with 21 points, face LadyStrikers, who sit 6th in the table with 13 points. Despite their standings, LadyStrikers have shown they can compete against tougher opponents following an impressive showing against the top three teams.

Epiphany Warriors are poised to start as favorites, but they must remain cautious of LadyStrikers’ formidable quality.

Soccer Intellectuals vs. Jonina Ladies

Soccer Intellectuals, struggling with 2 wins and 2 draws from 10 games, host Jonina Ladies, who recently booked an FA Cup semi-final berth.

Soccer Intellectuals vs. Jonina Ladies

Soccer Intellectuals, struggling with 2 wins and 2 draws from 10 games, host Jonina Ladies, who recently booked an FA Cup semi-final berth with a 5-1 win.

Police Ladies vs. Hasaacas Ladies

League leaders Hasaacas Ladies face Police Ladies, who aim to reclaim the top spot on home turf. Hasaacas Ladies are favorites following their Women’s FA Cup quarter-final heroics. They lead the table with 24 points – two points ahead of their host going into this epic clash.

Halifax Ladies vs. Berry Ladies

New entrants Halifax Ladies, seeking consistency, face strugglers Berry Ladies, who are deeply, rooted at the bottom of the Southern Zone standings.

Faith Ladies vs. Army Ladies

Faith Ladies, with 8 points, host Army Ladies, who are enjoying a strong campaign in fifth place with 20 points. Army Ladies will aim to extend their unbeaten run.