The much talked about Gala competition expected to precede the Ghana premier league season scheduled for this weekend has been cancelled after agitation by some of the participating clubs and the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) over appearance fees.
In line with the Star Times media right sponsorship, US$ 100,000 was set aside for the gala, but on Monday, 12 Premier League clubs authorized GHALCA to pursue the issue, claiming the original amount announced by the Football Association President was US$ 60,000.
”It is unfortunate, but the decision and announcement have been made. Some of us were ready for this weekend, but as it is we now have to look for alternative plans to prepare towards the February 4 kick-off of the league,” a club official told the Graphic Sports.
The competition was scheduled for January 28 and 29 at the Baba Yara Stadium.