Asante Kotoko 1-0 Karela United
Asante Kotoko climbed to the summit of the Ghana Premier League with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Karela United at the Baba Yara Stadium. Justice Blay converted a penalty in the 63rd minute to secure all three points for the Porcupine Warriors. Despite a less dominant performance, coach Prosper Narteh Ogum will be pleased with the result, which sees Kotoko leapfrog Bibiani Gold Stars into first place with 34 points.
Samartex 1-1 Dreams FC
At the Nsenkyire Sports Arena, FC Samartex were held to a 1-1 draw by Dreams FC. Alhassan Mankuyali Mohammed put the home side ahead early in the second half, but Joseph Esso equalized for Dreams FC in the 70th minute. Samartex remain in 10th place with 23 points, while Dreams FC, despite the vital point, drop into the relegation zone.
Young Apostles 1-0 Nsoatreman FC
Young Apostles edged Nsoatreman FC 1-0 in a Bono derby at the Wenchi Stadium. Emmanuel Fosu Kyei’s 55th-minute strike secured the victory, lifting the Apostles to 11th with 21 points. Nsoatreman FC, meanwhile, sit in 14th place with 18 points.
Basake Holy Stars 0-0 Hearts of Oak
Hearts of Oak’s title hopes took another hit as they were held to a goalless draw by Basake Holy Stars at the AAK II Sports Arena. The Phobians failed to capitalize on several opportunities and now sit fifth with 30 points, four behind leaders Asante Kotoko. Holy Stars, six points above the drop zone, continue their battle for survival.
Berekum Chelsea 1-0 Vision FC
Berekum Chelsea secured back-to-back wins with a 1-0 victory over Vision FC at the Golden City Park. Emmanuel Sarpong’s 25th-minute goal proved decisive, moving Chelsea to eighth place with 25 points. Vision FC remain 12th with 19 points.
Bechem United 2-0 Nations FC
Bechem United strengthened their push for a top-four finish with a 2-0 victory over Nations FC at the Nana Gyeabour Park. Isaiah Nyarko opened the scoring in the 27th minute, and Emmanuel Abban sealed the win in the 84th minute. Bechem United rise to sixth with 30 points, while Nations FC drop to fourth with 31 points.
Hearts of Lions 2-1 Aduana Stars
Hearts of Lions returned to winning ways with a 2-1 victory over Aduana Stars at the Kpando Stadium. Kwesi Pong and Seedorf Asante scored for Lions, while Akwasi Asante grabbed a late consolation for Aduana. Lions remain third with 33 points, while Aduana are 13th with 18 points.
Legon Cities 1-0 Bibiani Gold Stars
Fredrick Akatuk’s 51st-minute goal handed Legon Cities a vital 1-0 win over Bibiani Gold Stars. The victory lifts the Royals out of the relegation zone into 15th place. Gold Stars, despite the loss, stay second with 33 points.
Accra Lions 1-0 Medeama SC
On Saturday, Accra Lions secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Medeama SC at the University of Ghana Stadium. Lucky Nwafor’s second-half penalty proved decisive. Goalkeeper Daniel Afful was outstanding, making several crucial saves in the first half. Accra Lions climb to 15th with 16 points, while Medeama drop to seventh with 27 points.
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