Bechem United defeated Accra Hearts of Oak at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park on Saturday afternoon as Hafiz Konkoni calmly converted a spot kick for a 1-0 win.
Both teams were looking to take advantage of Medeama SC’s 4-2 loss to Accra Lions on Friday afternoon to climb up with a victory.
Bechem were on the hunt for redemption after losing their last match to Tamale City.
Daniel Korsah brought down speedy Clinton Duodu in the box after Seth Osei laid a perfect through ball in the 21st minute, compelling the referee to whistle for a penalty.
Hafiz Konkoni stepped forward and expertly sent the keeper the wrong way, increasing his tally in the 2022/2023 betPawa Premier League to 13.
Bechem United are now second on the league log with 44 points behind leaders Aduana Stars who face an Asante Kotoko side at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium looking to get back to winning ways.
Coach Kassim Mingle after the match made his intentions clear of fighting for the title.
Asante Kotoko could move above Hearts of Oak if they defeat Aduana Stars.
Source: Ghana/max.com.gh/Max89.7FM/MichaelMensahMartey/
