{"id":117379,"date":"2026-04-18T09:56:19","date_gmt":"2026-04-18T09:56:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/ghana\/uncategorized\/mtn-football-fever-hits-swedru-sports-stadium-this-weekend"},"modified":"2026-04-18T09:56:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T09:56:19","slug":"mtn-football-fever-hits-swedru-sports-stadium-this-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/ghana\/all-news\/mtn-football-fever-hits-swedru-sports-stadium-this-weekend","title":{"rendered":"MTN Football Fever Hits Swedru Sports Stadium this Weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Ghana. <\/strong><\/span><b>Agona Swedru is set to come alive this weekend following the host of the MTN FA Cup semi-finals and the final of the 2025\/2026 Malta Guinness Women\u2019s Premier League.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The action would begin on Friday, April 17 and end on Sunday, April 19, 2026, offering fans a unique blend of elite men\u2019s and women\u2019s football at one venue.<\/p>\n<p>The weekend kicks off on Friday with an awaited MTN FA Cup semi-final between Aduana FC and Nations FC.<\/p>\n<p>Aduana FC, known for their experience in high stakes matches, would look to assert their authority, while Nations FC are expected to bring resilience and tactical discipline as they aim to reach their first final.<\/p>\n<p>On Saturday, attention shifts to the second semi-final clash between Dreams FC and Medeama SC.<\/p>\n<p>Medeama SC, with two FA Cup titles to their name, enter the fixture with pedigree, but Dreams FC have proven to be formidable in knockout competitions and will be eager to add to their trophy cabinet. The encounter is expected to deliver an exciting, end-to-end contest.<\/p>\n<p>The football fever would climax on Sunday with the final of the Malta Guinness Women\u2019s Premier League, where Ampem Darkoa Ladies face off against Hasaacas Ladies in what promises to be a high-quality showdown.<\/p>\n<p>Hasaacas Ladies, the most successful side in the competition\u2019s history with five titles, would be aiming to reaffirm their dominance in women\u2019s football.<\/p>\n<p>For Ampem Darkoa Ladies, who are four-time champions, the focus would continue their recent strong performances.<\/p>\n<p>With both sides boasting rich pedigree and a growing rivalry, the final is expected to be fiercely contested.<\/p>\n<p>In other related developments, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced that all participating in this weekend\u2019s competitions would pay special tribute in honour of the memory of the late Dominic Frimpong of Berekum Chelsea FC.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe GFA wishes to announce that all the players and team officials of the 6 clubs playing competitions this weekend will wear black armbands on their jerseys as a mark of respect during their respective matches.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn addition, a minute of silence will be observed before the commencement of each game in his honour. This tribute will take place during the MTN FA Cup semi-final matches as well as the Women\u2019s Premier League final scheduled for this weekend,\u201d the statement said.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Ghana<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Ghana. Agona Swedru is set to come alive this weekend following the host of the MTN FA Cup semi-finals and the final of the 2025\/2026 Malta Guinness Women\u2019s Premier League. 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