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Kotoko, AshGold in mouth-watering clash
The gripping Ghana Premier League (GPL) continues this weekend as joint leaders Asante Kotoko take on vacillating AshantiGold SC in a cagey duel at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium tomorrow.
Fresh from a historic 2-0 away win against Aduana Stars at Dormaa, Kotoko would appear too strong for AshantiGold to handle – especially playing before their pet crowd.
Hearts of Oak have a nerve-racking cracker on hand against Bibiani Gold Stars this afternoon. Their ability to survive this demanding away test would define their vigilance to defend their title. Against all expectations, the Phobians were held to a pulsating barren tie by Bechem United at the Accra Sports Stadium and they are bent on making amends this weekend.
In other engagements, improving Accra Lions will host low-flying WAFA in Accra this afternoon; joint-leaders King Faisal storm Techiman to battle lowly-placed Eleven Wonders to a crunch tie tomorrow, whilst Bechem United welcome RTU to Bechem to an equally absorbing tie on Sunday.
After picking up a hard-fought point in Berekum last week, Wonder Club Great Olympics looked motivated against Karela FC at the Accra stadium tomorrow.
Struggling Elmina Sharks face a tough task when they oblige Aduana Stars to Elmina with Dreams FC taking on Legon Cities.
As of press time yesterday, home team Medeama was expected to cross swords with Berekum Chelsea in Tarkwa.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and all the clubs participating in this weekend’s competitions will pay special tribute in honour of the memory of the late Dominic Frimpong of Berekum Chelsea FC (on loan from Aduana FC).
The GFA has in a statement announced that all the players and team officials of the 6 clubs playing this weekend competitions will wear black armbands on their jerseys as a mark of respect during their respective matches.
In addition, a minute of silence will be observed before the commencement of each game in his honour. This tribute will take place during the MTN FA Cup semi-final matches as well as the Women’s Premier League final scheduled for this weekend.
“The GFA counts on the full cooperation of all clubs and the fans in respectfully observing these arrangements as we collectively pay tribute to Dominic Frimpong,” the statement added.
The FA expressed appreciation to all stakeholders for their understanding and support in these times.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Daniel Laryea will handle the MTN FA Cup semifinal clash between Aduana FC and Nations FC at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Roland Addy will serve as Assistant I, with Seth Abletor as Assistant II, while Adaari Abdul Lattif works as 4th Referee.
The match is scheduled for a 3:00pm kick-off at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
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