All roads lead to the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Friday, May 9, 2025, as Ebony FC and Benab FC lock horns in the grand final of the Ashanti Regional Division Two Playoff, a clash that will decide which team gains promotion to the Access Bank Division One League.

This year’s final, themed “In Remembrance of the May 9th Disaster – Never Again,” will not only celebrate grassroots football excellence but also honour the memories of the 127 lives lost during the tragic stadium incident 24 years ago.

The afternoon of football will kick off with a curtain raiser — an exciting MTN FA Cup Playoff between Cornerstone FC and Medimafo FC, paving the way for the much-anticipated main event at 2:00 PM.

Benab FC have been in sensational form throughout the tournament. They opened their campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Jonnboe FC, followed by a dominant 5-0 win over Acceler8 FC. They sealed their spot in the final with an emphatic 4-0 triumph over Adom FC, finishing top of Group B with a perfect record and no goals conceded.

Ebony FC, on the other hand, edged Pro Sports FC 1-0 in their opener, shared spoils with Sasaamo Panin FC in a 1-1 draw, and clinched a narrow 1-0 victory over Midcity FC to emerge leaders of Group A.

With both teams showcasing solid form and defensive discipline, the stage is set for an electrifying encounter with everything on the line — pride, promotion, and a place in history.

As the final whistle of this high-stakes game draws near, the Ashanti Region braces for a day of drama, emotion, and football excellence — all played in the solemn memory of those lost on May 9, 2001.

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