Football lovers and university students in and around Tamale are set for an exciting football experience as Honda brings together eight (8) universities for the maiden Honda Football Championship, a unique tournament aimed at promoting youth development, sportsmanship, and community engagement.

The championship will take place at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium, Tamale, from Tuesday, March 24 to Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 8:30 am - 5:30 pm daily. The event will also feature two (2) top high school football teams in a curtain raiser ahead of the final. This is expected to set the tone for a great final game.

Competing teams include University of Ghana, University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR), University for Development Studies (UDS), University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (UBIDS), Tamale Technical University, and Bolgatanga Technical University.

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The championship will be free for the public, allowing football fans, students, and residents of Tamale and its surrounding communities to attend and enjoy the matches without any admission fee. This initiative reflects Honda’s commitment to supporting community-centred activities and youth empowerment through sports.

F. Yao Dawson, the Managing Director of Overseas Union Ltd., the authorised distributor of Honda motorcycles & power products in Ghana, emphasised the brand’s dedication to supporting initiatives that inspire young people and promote positive social impact through sports and innovation.

"At Honda, we believe that investing in young people is investing in the future of our society. The upcoming Honda Football Championship among university students is more than just a competition, it is a platform designed to inspire leadership, teamwork, and innovation among the youth. Through initiatives like this, Honda aims to support opportunities that promote positive social impact while empowering the next generation," he said.

Football lovers, students, and the general public in and around Tamale are encouraged to attend in their numbers to support the teams and experience what promises to be an electrifying football atmosphere at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium.

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