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The organization of football in Ghana is based on a hierarchical league system, which allows clubs to ascend or face relegations based on their performances. This structure is divided into several levels, ranging from professionalism to semi-professionalism, down to amateur football.
At the top of the hierarchy is the Ghana Premier League, which is the highest level of Ghanaian football. It comprises 18 professional clubs that vie for the title of Ghana's champion. The bottom three teams in the standings at the end of the season are relegated to the Division One League, which also includes 48 clubs divided into three zones. The champions of each zone are promoted to the Premier League, while the bottom three from each zone descend to the Division Two League.
The Division Two League, the third level, is organized into ten regional zones. The champions of each zone are promoted to the Division One League. Below the Division Two League, there are several regional and district leagues that form the lower levels of Ghanaian football.
Football in Ghana is also organized into several cup competitions, the most prestigious of which is the Ghana Cup. This competition is open to all clubs from the various leagues, thus offering a chance for lower-level teams to compete against the country's top teams.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is the official body overseeing football in Ghana. Established in 1957, it is tasked with organizing and promoting football at all levels, from grassroots to professional competitions. The GFA is also in charge of national teams, including the men's, women's, and youth teams. Its role encompasses managing the rules of the game, promoting sportsmanship, and overseeing ethics in the sport.
Under the authority of the GFA is the Ghana Premier League, which is the country's top-tier professional football competition. The GFA also organizes the Ghana Cup, a competition open to all Ghanaian clubs, from amateurs to professionals. In addition to competitions, the GFA is committed to developing women's football, sports infrastructure, and training programs for players and coaches.