Accra Hearts of Oak Sporting Club PLC has officially pulled out of the 2026 GHALCA Top-4 Tournament. In a club release dated August 11, 2026, management explained that the decision stems from scheduling conflicts with previously arranged programs.  

"The decision has been taken due to clashes between the scheduled dates of the tournament and other pre-agreed programs of the Club. Additionally, considering the tournament’s closeness to the commencement of the new league season, the Club believes that participating at this time would present challenges to its existing preparations and commitments."

Hearts of Oak noted that prior discussions were held with the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) to request a schedule adjustment, but those efforts proved unsuccessful.  

"The Club had earlier made efforts to engage the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) with a request for a change of date in order to enable Hearts of Oak to participate. Unfortunately, those efforts did not materialize into a change of schedule."  

"After careful consideration, the Club has therefore decided that withdrawing from the tournament is the most appropriate course of action at this time."

Despite the withdrawal, the club wished the organizers and competing teams well for the upcoming competition.  

"Accra Hearts of Oak appreciates GHALCA’s efforts in organizing the 2026 Top-4 Tournament and wishes the Association and all participating clubs a successful competition."

The club concluded by reaffirming its commitment to "maintaining its cordial relationship and continued collaboration with GHALCA and the wider Ghana football community."