President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has announced the Association's plan to introduce Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology into Ghana football. In his address, during a press engagement in Sunyani on Friday, August 9, 2024 he revealed a significant development that is set to transform the landscape of Ghanaian football.

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Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology would soon become a reality for the nation’s football leagues. “We will introduce VAR to our football,” stated Kurt Okraku, highlighting the GFA’s commitment to embracing technological advancements in the sport. He went on to explain that incorporating VAR is a crucial element of the GFA’s comprehensive plan to enhance refereeing standards across the country.

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He highlighted that the first stage of this implementation will commence with the Ghana Premier League (GPL). Football fans and stakeholders in Ghana will be keenly observing how VAR affects game dynamics and referee performance. This move underscores the GFA’s commitment to tackling officiating challenges and its dedication to advancing the quality of the sport.

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