In a move that has stunned the Ghanaian football community, Hohoe United has announced its withdrawal from the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season with only seven matches remaining.
The decision was finalized on April 1 following an emergency meeting of the club’s board and management. The withdrawal abruptly cuts short the club’s debut campaign in the top flight, where they currently sit in the relegation zone with 30 points from 27 matches.
Club officials cited a series of grievances for the exit, primarily focusing on a three-match home ban recently imposed for security failures at the Hohoe Sports Stadium. Management described the penalty as a “harsh and poorly timed disciplinary ruling.” The club further alleged that inconsistent officiating and poor match management throughout the season contributed to their decision.
Statistics underscore the club’s reliance on their home ground, as 20 of their 30 points were earned in Hohoe. Under the current disciplinary sanctions, the club would have played six of their final seven games away from home, a scenario officials argue “severely damaged their chances of survival.”
While the decision has been made public, reports indicate the Ghana Football Association has not yet received formal communication regarding the withdrawal. If finalized, Hohoe United could face further sanctions under league regulations. The move has sparked an intense national debate regarding the timing of league disciplinary actions and the overall fairness of the competition.