Confederation of African Football (CAF) has approved Hearts of Oak's request to admit fans for their Champions League clash against WAC of Morocco at the Accra Sports Stadium.
The African football governing body said only 2000 fans should be allowed to watch the Champions League clash on October 17 at 3 pm.
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Hearts of Oak host WAC this weekend in the first leg of the final round qualifier for the 'Money Zone' of the Champions League.
A statement read":
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has decided to exceptionally allow the presence of 2,000 spectators for the TotalEnergies CAF CL 2021/22 – Hearts of Oak (GHA) Vs W.A.C (MAR) – Match 45.
In a letter sent to the GFA, the continent’s governing body reiterated that the CAF and FIFA covid-19 match protocols clearly state that all matches must be played behind closed doors.
It however added that it has taken the decision to exceptionally grant the GFA and Hearts of Oak’s request after analyzing and assessing the safety & security situation at the Accra Sports Stadium.
“Accordingly, a decision has been taken to exceptionally allow the presence of 2,000 spectators given that the NSSO (Julius Ben Emunah) and Club SSO will coordinate all safety measures on the aforementioned matchâ€.
“We kindly ask your cooperation to fully comply with the above decision, while noting that in case of non-respect, your federation will be subject to disciplinary sanctions by CAFâ€, Raul Chipenda Development Director stated in the letter.