Heart of Lions returned to winning ways with a hard-fought 1-0 triumph against Swedru All Blacks at the Kpando Stadium on Sunday, ending a three-match winless streak in the Ghana Premier League.
Michael Ephson’s exquisite free-kick in the 33rd minute proved to be the match-winner, handing the hosts a crucial lead and securing maximum points for Bashiru Hayford’s side. After taking the lead, Heart of Lions defended resolutely to maintain their advantage throughout the second half.
The victory lifts Heart of Lions from 12th to 10th place on the league table with 33 points, while Swedru All Blacks slipped further into the relegation zone, extending their winless run to three matches.
Looking ahead, Heart of Lions will aim to build on this momentum when they host Accra Hearts of Oak in a challenging home encounter. Swedru All Blacks, meanwhile, will seek to turn their fortunes around in their next fixture against Hohoe United.
The match showcased Heart of Lions’ resilience and ability to capitalize on set-piece opportunities, while Swedru All Blacks’ struggles in front of goal continued to hinder their fight against relegation.
