The Ghana Football Association has officially ordered that the abandoned Access Bank Division One League fixture between Port City FC and True Democracy FC be resumed behind closed doors, following the final ruling of its Disciplinary Committee.
The highly controversial Matchday 14 encounter, which descended into chaos earlier this year, will now continue on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at the Ohene Ameyaw Park with kick-off scheduled for 10:00 a.m. However, the match will be played without spectators, a decision aimed at ensuring safety and preventing any repeat of the incidents that led to the original abandonment.
The fixture was initially halted in January after crowd disturbances erupted during the game, forcing officials to stop proceedings amid safety concerns. The disruption triggered a disciplinary investigation by the Ghana FA, with both clubs eventually facing sanctions following a detailed review of the events that unfolded.
After weeks of deliberations, the Disciplinary Committee reached its final verdict, ruling that the remaining portion of the match must be completed under strict security measures and without fans present.
In an official communication, the Ghana FA confirmed the new arrangements for the continuation of the game while urging all stakeholders to cooperate fully with the directive.
“Following the decision of the Disciplinary Committee regarding the Access Bank Division One League Matchday 14 fixture between Port City and True Democracy, we hereby announce that the game will continue on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at the Kukurantumi Ohene Ameyaw Park,” the association stated.
The FA further clarified that the rescheduled fixture will take place under controlled conditions to prevent further disturbances.
“The match has been scheduled to kick off at 10:00 a.m. and will be played behind closed doors. All relevant stakeholders are kindly requested to take note and make the necessary arrangements accordingly.”
The disciplinary ruling also included financial penalties for both clubs after investigations found that their supporters had violated competition and security regulations during the abandoned encounter.
For Port City FC, the Disciplinary Committee determined that the club was responsible for the inappropriate conduct of their supporters, who were involved in actions deemed to have contributed to the disruption of the match.
As a result, the club was found guilty of breaching Articles 16(2)(f) and 16(2)(h) of the GFA Disciplinary Code (2019), which relate to supporter misconduct and the failure of clubs to control the behavior of their fans.
Consequently, Port City FC have been fined GHS10,000 as punishment for the violations.
While that penalty was significant, the sanctions imposed on True Democracy FC were even heavier after their supporters were found to have committed a serious breach of matchday safety rules.
According to the Disciplinary Committee’s findings, fans associated with the club invaded a restricted area of the stadium, an act considered a clear violation of established security protocols designed to protect players, officials, and match personnel.
The misconduct was ruled to be in direct contravention of Article 10(g)(vi) of the Enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols, 2025, which strictly prohibits unauthorized access to restricted zones during matches.
As punishment, True Democracy FC have been slapped with a GHS30,000 fine ; three times the amount imposed on Port City and have also received a stern warning from the Ghana FA.
The association cautioned the club that any similar incident in the future could attract far more severe sanctions, including possible points deductions or venue bans.
Interestingly, the disciplinary fallout from the incident initially extended beyond financial penalties.
In the immediate aftermath of the January disturbance, the Disciplinary Committee imposed a temporary ban on the Ohene Ameyaw Park, preventing matches from being played at the venue while investigations were ongoing.
However, that ban was lifted after two weeks once authorities were satisfied with the corrective measures taken by the venue managers and relevant stakeholders.
Even so, the Ghana FA has maintained a cautious approach by ensuring the replayed fixture takes place without fans, effectively removing the risk of another crowd-related incident.
The decision reflects the growing determination of the Ghana FA to enforce stricter matchday security standards across all levels of the country’s football structure, including the Division One League.
Officials within the association believe the ruling sends a clear message that clubs will be held accountable for the actions of their supporters, particularly in situations where safety and order are compromised.
For both Port City FC and True Democracy FC, attention now turns back to the pitch as they prepare to complete the remaining minutes of the match.
The outcome could prove important in the competitive Zone Three standings of the Access Bank Division One League, where every point is vital in the battle for promotion and survival.
Yet beyond the sporting stakes, the resumption of the fixture will also serve as a test of the Ghana FA’s efforts to restore discipline, order, and professionalism within the domestic game.
When the two teams return to the Ohene Ameyaw Park on March 11, the atmosphere will be very different from the one that forced the game to be abandoned months ago.
This time, there will be no roaring crowd, no chants, and no supporters filling the stands only players, officials, and the quiet pressure of finishing a match that once spiraled out of control.
