Alas! The 2025/26 Ghana Premier League (GPL) has officially begun—in a spectacular fashion.
On matchday one of the only league that matters, a total of 12 goals were scored.
At Dun’s Park on Saturday, September 13, Bibiani Goldstars kicked off their GPL title defence with a 2-1 win over Bechem United.
Samuel Atta Kumi with the brace from the penalty spot, as Dalvin Yeboah netted the consolation for the Hunters.
MTN FA Cup champions Asante Kotoko staked their claim for this season’s title with an impressive 0-1 away win over Berekum Chelsea courtesy of Albert Amoah’s superb 79th-minute goal.
Far away in Kpando on Sunday, September 14, Heart of Lions christened their upgraded home venue with a 1-0 win over Dreams FC.
League returnees Swedru All Blacks nearly caused an upset as they took the lead over Nations FC in Abrankese.
However, Nations proved why they came close to winning last season’s title by producing a 2-1 comeback win over All Blacks.
The main highlight of matchday one was at the Accra Sports Stadium on the opening, which was graced by the presence of H.E. John Dramani Mahama.
Global Afrobeat icon Davido attended the event, which was kicked off with a glamorous musical performance by his friend Stonebwoy before Hearts of Oak took on Hohoe United.
The Phobians struggled to break down a low-block Hohoe United, who made their debut in Ghana’s elite division of football.
