Bibiani GoldStars skipper Hakk Yakubu says his side cannot afford to lose against Hearts of Oak when the two teams meet on matchday 21 of the betPawa Ghana Premier League.
Hearts visit Duns Park on the back of a crucial win over Asante Kotoko at the Accra Sports Stadium in a game which also served as the fixture for the 2023 President’s Cup.
The defender claimed in an interview with Kumasi-based Wontumi FM that the game against the Phobians on Saturday is one that they must get the desired results at all costs.
“Hearts of Oak game is very important for us, looking at our position on the league log and points gap between clubs, we cannot afford to lose this game,” he said.
“We are still preparing for the game and whatever happens, we will not disappoint our fans. Kotoko picked a point here but we are doing everything possible to pick all points against Hearts of Oak.”
After 20 games, Goldstars are in seventh place with 30 points, while Hearts of Oak are in fifth place with 31 points.