Keta: Sports enthusiasts express readiness for the start of foreign leagues: The countdown has begun for the start of the top five European football leagues, and sports enthusiasts in Keta Municipality of the Volta Region were eagerly waiting to cheer on their favourite teams.
According to Ghana News Agency, the excitement among various fans was palpable with many expressing their readiness for the new season. Mr. John Letsa, an Arsenal fan, shared that many other fans were excited for the return of the top five European leagues, which were expected to kick-off on Friday, August 15, at various venues.
‘The La Liga in Spain, Premier League in England, and Ligue 1 in France, will start on Friday, and August 16, 2025, while Serie A in Italy and Bundesliga in Germany are expected to start on August 22 and 23 respectively,’ he said. He explained that the previous 2024/2025 football season concluded with La Liga being won by FC Barcelona, Premier League by Liverpool, Ligue 1 by Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Serie A by Napoli, and Bundesliga by Bayern Munich.
He noted that many fans of top teams like Liverpool, FC Barcelona, and Bayern Munich were hoping their teams would continue their dominance in their respective leagues. ‘Teams like Arsenal and Manchester City are looking to make a strong comeback. Other supporters are filled with anticipation, expecting thrilling matches and dramatic turns of events.’
Mr. Letsa urged the government and DStv hierarchy to resolve their broadcasting rights issues to ensure that fans across the continent could watch their favourite teams in action without any disruptions. Madam Abigail Mensah, another strong Barcelona fan, said that all sports lovers were eagerly looking forward to the upcoming matches, including clashes between top teams like Liverpool versus Manchester City, PSG versus Monaco, Chelsea versus Manchester United, and Spanish el-clasico between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid.
She highlighted that the UEFA Champions League was also set to begin with top teams from each league vying for European glory. The Champions’ League group stage would start on September 17, while the Europa League group stage begins on September 25. She noted the enthusiasm and excitement among fans, with many predicting their top four teams in the upcoming season.
Madam Mensah mentioned that the transfer window has seen significant signings, with teams bolstering their squads for the new season. Several moves of players from one club to another have also generated immense interest and excitement among fans. Meanwhile, the European football leagues have generated excitement among sports enthusiasts, with top teams and players set to clash. Fans in Keta Municipality were eagerly anticipating the thrilling matches and dramatic turns of events that the new season promises to deliver.
