Ghana Premier League Matchday 25 Wrap-Up: Asante Kotoko Go Top, Hearts of Oak Denied Late, Medeama Bounce Back
Matchday 25 of the Ghana Premier League (GPL) was packed with drama, surprise results, and major table shifts. From intense city rivalries to a new league leader, here’s a full recap of another thrilling weekend in Ghanaian football.
Legon Cities Edge Hearts of Lions in Battle for Capital Bragging Rights
Hearts of Lions 1-2 Legon Cities
Legon Cities secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Hearts of Lions in a bottom-table clash. Ernest Agyesem gave Cities an early lead in the 4th minute, but Frank Akoto equalized just before halftime. However, defender Musa Hamzata delivered the decisive goal, lifting Legon Cities just one point above Hearts of Lions.
Asante Kotoko Claim Top Spot with Narrow Win Over Basake Holy Stars
Asante Kotoko 1-0 Basake Holy Stars
A 14th-minute thunderbolt from Samuel Tenedu was enough to secure Asante Kotoko a hard-fought 1-0 win over Basake Holy Stars. The victory extends Kotoko’s unbeaten run and sends them to the top of the table, signaling a strong title push.
Defending Champions FC Samartex Held to Goalless Draw
Berekum Chelsea 0-0 FC Samartex
A cagey midfield battle ended in a stalemate as defending champions FC Samartex 1996 failed to break down a resilient Berekum Chelsea defense. Samartex now sit 8th with 32 points, while Chelsea are 10th, missing a chance to climb further.
Hearts of Oak Steal a Point with Dramatic Late Equalizer
Bibiani Gold Stars 1-1 Hearts of Oak
Bibiani Gold Stars were on the verge of securing three points after Gideon Anaba’s penalty, but Hearts of Oak snatched a draw in stoppage time through Stephen Asare Appiah. Bibiani remain second on the table, while Hearts of Oak drop to fourth.
Dreams FC Secure Late Winner Against Young Apostles
Dreams FC 1-0 Young Apostles
Abdul Razak Salifu’s 81st-minute goal sealed all three points for Dreams FC in a tense encounter against Young Apostles. Despite the loss, Young Apostles remain 12th, continuing a decent run of form with just one defeat in five games.
Karela United Stage Second-Half Comeback to Stun Bechem United
Karela United 2-1 Bechem United
Bechem United took the lead through Emmanuel Abban just before halftime, but a second-half collapse saw Karela United turn the game around. A Baba Moro Abdulai own goal in the 77th minute leveled the score before Eric Antwi Konadu netted the winner five minutes later. The win moves Karela to 15th, while Bechem sit 6th.
Medeama SC Bounce Back with Dominant Win Over Aduana Stars
Medeama SC 2-0 Aduana Stars
Ibrahim Tanko’s Medeama SC ended a two-game losing streak with a convincing 2-0 win over Aduana Stars. Yussif Mubarak struck in the 55th minute before Michael Sarpong sealed the victory in the 82nd. Medeama climb to 7th, while Aduana drop to 11th in the mid-table race.
Nations FC and Vision FC Play Out Feisty Goalless Draw
Nations FC 0-0 Vision FC
A heated contest between Nations FC and Vision FC ended in a 0-0 draw, with three yellow cards and a red card overshadowing the lack of goals. Both teams continue to struggle for form, managing only one win in their last five games.
