Ghana faces a major setback after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) revoked the approval of the Baba Yara Stadium for upcoming AFCON qualifiers.

During its most recent inspection visit, CAF officials flagged numerous deficiencies, particularly the poor condition of the playing field.

Issues like uneven surfaces, poor drainage, and insufficient grass cover were cited as making the stadium unfit for competitive matches.

In light of the ongoing problems at the Baba Yara Stadium, along with similar concerns at the Cape Coast and Accra Sports Stadiums, CAF has instructed Ghana to select an alternative venue from a list of approved locations outside the country for Matchday 3 and 4 of the AFCON qualifiers in October.

According to Joy Sports sources, the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria, is emerging as the most likely alternative venue for Ghana's AFCON qualifiers.

Its proximity to Ghana makes it a practical option, along with two other contenders in Côte d'Ivoire: the Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny and the Stade de la Paix.

Other potential venues under consideration include the Japoma Stadium in Douala, Cameroon, and the Berkane Municipal Stadium in Morocco, where Ghana previously faced Niger.

Ghana is expected to finalize and announce its decision to CAF in the coming days.