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Premier League: Hearts of Oak edge Dreams FC to claim first win of the season
Hearts of Oak secured their first victory of the Premier League campaign with a hard-fought 1–0 away win over Dreams FC on Monday, ending a six-game winless run against the side.
Midfielder Hussein Mohammed struck the decisive goal in the 13th minute at the Nii Adjei Kraku Sports Complex in Tema New Town, calmly finishing to give the Phobians an early lead.
The visitors showed renewed determination after last weekend’s frustrating goalless draw with newly promoted Hohoe United.
Dreams, seeking a response following their opening-day defeat to Heart of Lions, grew into the contest after conceding and dominated possession for long spells. However, Hearts’ disciplined back line, marshalled superbly throughout the afternoon, kept the home side at bay.
Head coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani will take encouragement from his team’s defensive organisation and resilience as they absorbed sustained pressure to preserve their narrow advantage. The victory not only snapped Hearts’ six-match winless streak against Dreams but also handed the hosts their first home defeat since December 2024, when they lost to Asante Kotoko.
With the result, Hearts of Oak climb to four points from their opening two matches, while Dreams remain without a point after back-to-back defeats.
Midfield anchor Raphael Amponsah, instrumental in shielding the defence and dictating play, was deservedly named Man of the Match.
Boxer Ernest Akushey, popularly known in the ring as “Bahubali,” has died.
His management, Team Dickson, announced his passing in a statement on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
According to the team, the boxer died in the early hours of the day. Details about the cause of death were not immediately provided.
“Bahubali was a true warrior and a credit to the sport of boxing,” Team Dickson said.
The statement added that his courage and spirit inspired many, especially during his most recent fight on September 12, 2025.
“I am heartbroken by this news. He will be remembered not only for his incredible talent but also for the dignity and class he showed both inside and outside the ring. My thoughts are with his family as they navigate this profound loss,” the statement read.
Team Dickson extended its condolences to Akushey’s family, friends and fans.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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The 10,000-capacity Hohoe Sports Stadium will come alive with Ghana Premier League action for the very first time in its history when newly promoted side, Hohoe United, host Young Apostles today.
Having secured a point from their first game in the League against Hearts of Oak on match day one, an expectant home crowd will welcome the gallant side to their backyard as they look to pick their first three points in the league.
Ahead of the match, Coach Tijani Abdul Rahim Bashiru, a former coach of Young Apostles, has stated that victory at home was high on the cards for his side.
“Having won our first point away against Hearts, picking up our first three points in front of our home fans will be something special, and we are working towards that.”
“We want them to come out in their numbers as they always do; fill every space in the stands, and create the atmosphere for the victory.”
The Head Coach of Young Apostles, Abu Abdul Hanan, said the 2-0 home loss to Medeama SC was behind and were ready to jostle for the points like their opponents did in Accra.
Also at the Nii Adjei Kraku II Sports Complex today, returnees Eleven Wonders will test their strength against Heart of Lions.
A grand homecoming is expected at the Swedru Stadium as Swedru All Blacks welcome Berekum Chelsea for their first Premier League game after 16 years.
Both sides suffered defeat in their opening-day games, and for the host, who nearly shocked Nations FC at their own backyard until a last-minute loss of concentration robbed them of a point, a home victory will be a perfect start to life in the league.
For Head Coach of Chelsea, Samuel Boadu, a second successive defeat after that to Asante Kotoko will be bad for his side.
At the Nana Agyernang Badu I Park in Dormaa, Aduana FC will welcome Nations FC at home.
In other games tomorrow, the Nsenkyire Sports Arena will host the Samartex FC versus Karela United clash, while the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park host the action between Bechem United FC and Basake Holy Stars FC.
The Nii Adjei Kraku II Sports Complex in Tema will host the Dreams FC versus Hearts of Oak game on Monday.
The game between Asante Kotoko and Bibiani Gold Stars scheduled for the Baba Yara Sports Stadium has been postponed due to their involvement in continental assignments this weekend.
BY RAYMOND ACKUMEY
