Hohoe United FC have announced their withdrawal from the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League, citing persistent concerns over officiating standards and a controversial home venue ban.
The decision was reached following an emergency board meeting, with club officials expressing frustration over what they describe as “unfair treatment” in recent matches. Sources close to the club indicate that a series of contentious refereeing decisions, coupled with the inability to play home fixtures at their preferred venue, significantly influenced the outcome.
Hohoe United currently sit in the relegation zone, having accumulated 30 points from 27 matches. The club’s precarious league position is believed to have intensified scrutiny over officiating, with management arguing that key decisions have directly impacted their results and survival prospects.
In a brief statement, the club emphasized that the withdrawal was not taken lightly but was deemed necessary to protect the integrity of the team and its stakeholders. They also called on league authorities to address what they termed “systemic issues” within match officiating and disciplinary enforcement.
The development raises serious questions for league organizers, as the sudden exit of a competing club could disrupt fixtures and potentially affect the integrity of the competition. The Ghana Football Association is yet to issue an official response to Hohoe United’s withdrawal.
