Hearts of Oak Coach Nebojsa Kapor Speaks on Legon Stadium Pitch After Port City Victory

Hearts of Oak head coach Nebojsa Kapor has spoken about the condition of the Legon Sports Stadium pitch following his team’s victory over Port City, acknowledging the challenges facing Ghanaian football while insisting that his side still has several areas to improve.

The Phobians secured an important win over Port City, but the condition of the playing surface became a talking point after the match. Kapor addressed the issue, making it clear that Hearts of Oak do not own the stadium and that the facility is available for use by other Ghanaian teams and football stakeholders.

According to the Serbian coach, the Legon Sports Stadium belongs to the wider Ghanaian football community, and he does not want to focus on the pitch as an excuse for his team’s performance.

“This is also a field for all Ghanaian people. This is your field. The stadium is not our own stadium, and a lot of things may be coming from this side, but I am not thinking like this,” Kapor said.

His comments suggest that while the playing surface may present challenges, he believes Hearts of Oak must concentrate on the areas they can control rather than allow external factors to dominate discussions about their performances.

Kapor also highlighted the broader problem of poor playing pitches in Ghana, describing it as a serious issue that continues to affect the country’s football development.

He believes the condition of football fields remains an important concern for clubs, players and coaches who need suitable surfaces to prepare for matches and perform at their best.

“You know already Ghana football has a very serious problem with fields,” he added.

The coach’s remarks have brought renewed attention to the state of football infrastructure in the country. Good playing surfaces are important for the quality of matches, player development and the overall standard of the game.

For a club like Hearts of Oak, having a suitable pitch can help players express themselves better, maintain possession and execute the coach’s tactical plans. However, teams must also learn to adapt to the conditions available to them.

Kapor was careful not to blame the Legon Sports Stadium for any shortcomings in his team’s performance. Instead, he emphasised that Hearts of Oak have plenty of work to do internally as they continue their campaign.

His position reflects the need for the club to focus on improving its organisation, performance and consistency while Ghanaian football authorities and other stakeholders continue to address infrastructure challenges.

Following the victory over Port City, Hearts of Oak will be hoping to build on the positive result and maintain their progress. Kapor’s message is clear: although better pitches are important, his team must take responsibility for its own development and continue working towards improved performances.

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