Hearts of Oak reduce rates for Olympics match after fans' backlash

Hearts of Oak had earlier announced new prices for their first match at home in the Ghana Premier League but supporters agitated over the new prices as a result of the harsh economic situation.

The rates which were earlier released by Hearts of Oak were GH₵40for popular stand, GH₵60 for center line, GH₵100 for Lower VIP and GH₵150 for upper VIP.

However, in the latest price list Hearts of Oak charged ₵30 cedis for popular stand, GH₵40 for center line, GH₵60 for lower VIP and GH₵100 for upper VIP.

In a statement, the club said, “Our management has reviewed the Hearts-Olympics ticket prices. First home game! New season and we host Great Olympics. Kindly grab yours and let’s make a date on Sunday, 18th 2022.”

The match between the city rivals which is often dubbed the Ga Mashie Derby will be played at the Accra Sports Stadium at 3:00pm .

Great Olympics won their first match in the league by 1-0 after defeating Bechem United. Hearts of Oak lost their first match to Aduana Stars by a lone goal in an away fixture.



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