The Eastern Regional Football Association (ERFA) has brought together clubs and key football stakeholders for its first strategic summit ahead of the 2026/2027 Division Two season, with administration, governance and competitiveness at the centre of discussions.The meeting took place at the Oyinka Hotel in Koforidua on Thursday, 27 August 2026, and included representatives from Division Two clubs, referees, the Club Licensing Board and ERFA.The summit was organised to help establish a stronger a
The Eastern Regional Football Association (ERFA) has brought together clubs and key football stakeholders for its first strategic summit ahead of the 2026/2027 Division Two season, with administration, governance and competitiveness at the centre of discussions.
The meeting took place at the Oyinka Hotel in Koforidua on Thursday, 27 August 2026, and included representatives from Division Two clubs, referees, the Club Licensing Board and ERFA.
The summit was organised to help establish a stronger and more sustainable structure for Division Two football in the Eastern Region before the new campaign begins. Participants assessed the previous league season and considered the format and framework that will govern the upcoming competition.
Discussions also examined the responsibilities of clubs and the standards expected from them away from the pitch. Club governance, administrative duties, Club Licensing requirements and compliance with regulations were among the main issues addressed during the engagement.
Recent changes to the Laws of the Game were also presented, ensuring that clubs, referees and other stakeholders were familiar with amendments that could affect the competition during the new season.
Focus on visibility and innovation
ERFAs plans for digital communication, the visibility of Division Two football and its commercial development were also discussed.
Stakeholders considered how the association and the clubs could improve the profile of the competition and increase its commercial appeal across the Eastern Region. A demonstration of Eyeball football technology formed another part of the summit, underlining the potential role of innovation and technology in the wider development of the game.
The meeting was designed as an interactive engagement rather than a one-way presentation. Clubs were able to raise questions, request clarification and offer strategic recommendations on matters affecting their day-to-day operations and the organisation of the competition.
That approach allowed participants to contribute directly to discussions about the challenges facing Division Two football and the structures needed to address them.
ERFA said the engagement highlighted the importance of closer cooperation among all stakeholders, alongside greater professionalism, transparency and accountability.
The association is seeking to create a more organised Division Two environment, with improved administration and clearer responsibilities forming part of its broader development agenda.
The 2026/2027 season is due to begin shortly, and ERFA views the summit as an important stage in bringing clubs, referees, the Club Licensing Board and the association behind a shared vision for the competition.
By aligning stakeholders before the campaign starts, the association aims to ensure that stronger systems off the pitch can support higher standards and greater competitiveness on it.
The summit was organised by the Eastern Regional Football Association as part of its efforts to strengthen Division Two football in the region.
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