Niger requests use of Accra Sports Stadium for AFCON qualifiers

The Niger Football Federation has formally requested to host their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches at the Accra Sports Stadium. This development was confirmed by the President of the Ghana Football Association.

Niger is seeking permission to use the Ghanaian venue to stage their home fixtures for the continental qualifying tournament. The request indicates that the Nigerien football authorities are looking for alternative locations to host their international matches.

This proposal means that the Niger national team would play their scheduled home games on Ghanaian soil. The use of the Accra Sports Stadium would provide a neutral ground for Niger as they attempt to navigate their qualifying campaign.

While the Niger Football Federation has made the request, the final decision rests with the relevant footballing authorities. The Ghana Football Association must process the request before any official hosting arrangements can be confirmed for the matches.

If the request is approved, the Accra Sports Stadium will become a key venue for the upcoming AFCON qualifying cycle. The move would see international football activity centered in Accra as Niger seeks a suitable stadium to fulfill its competitive obligations.