Prosper Narteh Ogum, the coach of Asante Kotoko, has strongly criticised the Ghana Premier League (GPL) for its frequent site changes, pointing out their negative effects on players and teams.

The Baba Yara Stadium, home field of Kotoko, is among the stadiums that have been forced to close for renovations and CAF compliance, forcing clubs to find makeshift locations. Teams always feel like they're in a new place because of this predicament, which is made worse by the closing of Cape Coast Stadium and other venues. 

Ogum contends that a team's rhythm and flow are disrupted by their frequent switching between locations. The inability of players to adjust to new environments and crowds affects both their mental preparation and performance.

"When you move from one venue to another, it will take time for them to adjust in terms of the crowd, in terms of the spectatoring; it will take time for them to adjust," Ogum emphasised. 

He also emphasised how difficult it is for players to go large distances and take poor quality transportation. Their capacity to function at their peak is further impacted by fatigue, which becomes a serious worry. Concerns raised by Ogum are shared by the larger football community.

The traditional home advantage dynamic in the league is disrupted by the dearth of reliable home venues, giving teams an unfair playing field. This weekend, Kotoko and Young Apostles are scheduled to play at the Len Clay Stadium, their temporary home. 

The GPL venue controversy is still very much alive. Ogum's vocal position demands that this issue be given more attention in order to create a more secure and fair playing field for both clubs and players.