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Premier League: Medeama surge five points clear as Hearts of Oak keep title pressure with win over Nations FC
Medeama SC took a giant step toward the Premier League title with an imppressive 2-0 victory over Bibiani Gold Stars FC, inspired by a sensational brace from Salim Adams at the TnA Stadium.
The in-form midfielder struck from the penalty spot before curling home a superb free-kick, sealing all three points and extending Medeama’s lead at the summit to five points with just four matches remaining.
Accra Hearts of Oak secured a vital 1-0 away win over Nations FC at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex. Mawuli Wayo’s early 11th-minute strike proved decisive, as Hearts delivered a disciplined performance to keep their top-three ambitions firmly alive while piling pressure on Nations in the relegation battle.
Karela United FC left it late to snatch a dramatic 2-1 victory over Young Apostles FC at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium.
Goals from Abdulai Hafiz and a stoppage-time winner by Rahman Yaya cancelled out Richmond Opoku’s equaliser, handing Karela a crucial boost while deepening Apostles’ survival worries.
Dreams FC continued their fine run with an impressive 2-0 win over Asante Kotoko SC at the Tuba Astroturf.
Early and second-half goals from Oumar Nafal and Ebenezer Adade secured the points, as Kotoko’s struggles on the road continued.
Aduana FC and Heart of Lions FC played out a hard-fought goalless draw at the Nana Agyemang Badu I Park on Sunday.
The stalemate sees Aduana slip out of the top four, while Lions remain in mid-table heading into the final stretch.
FC Samartex 1996 strengthened their top-four push with a 3-1 victory over Holy Stars FC at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena.
Early strikes from Akwasi Sarpong and Francis Gyetuah set the tone before Christian Agyenim Boateng sealed the win, extending Samartex’s winning streak to three matches.
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Black Starlets arrives in Morocco on U-17 AFCON mission …FA boss charges team to make Ghana proud
The Black Starlets, the national U-17 male team, have safely arrived in Casablanca ahead of the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The team departed Accra on Wednesday, travelling with a 35-man contingent made up of 21 players and 14 officials, all focused on delivering a strong campaign on the continental stage.
They completed a smooth five-hour flight to Morocco, where final preparations will continue before the tournament kicks off.
The technical team is expected to fine-tune tactics and build cohesion among the squad as they gear up for the competition.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, Mr Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, was present at the Accra International Airport to bid farewell to the team.
Speaking during a brief farewell at the Airport, the FA President urged the team to carry a ‘never say die’ spirit into the competition.
President Simeon-Okraku emphasised the importance of mental strength and unity, particularly in difficult moments during matches. His message was inspired by the team’s recent friendly encounters against Cote d’Ivoire, where they bounced back strongly after an initial defeat.
“I’m very happy that when you lost to Cote d’Ivoire in your first game during your friendly matches, you were able to bounce back—not only to dominate but to outscore them in the second game,” he said. “I read a lot of meaning into that, and I want all of you to keep that in your heads—that, it’s not over until it’s all over,” he added.
The FA president stressed that the ability to respond positively to setbacks would be crucial in a tournament as competitive as the AFCON.
He encouraged the players to stay united and support one another when the pressure intensifies on the continental stage.
“When the chips are down, that’s when we need to hold each other together,” Okraku added. “So go out there and make Ghana proud.”
Ghana will compete in Group D alongside Algeria, Senegal, and South Africa, with their opening match scheduled for Thursday, May 14.
Twenty-three (23) players have been called up for this month’s international friendly against Mexico.
The squad is composed of star players from the domestic league and European leagues who are closely monitored by Coach Carlos Queiroz, as well as U-23 players who will soon represent Ghana in the upcoming Olympic Games qualifiers.
Notable names include Majeed Ashimeru, Felix Afena-Gyan, Razak Simpson, and Birmingham City’s Ibrahim Osman.
Ashimeru returns to action after a long spell on the sidelines due to a muscle injury that limited his appearances at both club and national level.
Also in the team is Felix Afena-Gyan, whose last appearance for Ghana was in May last year when he featured against Trinidad and Tobago in the Unity Cup in London.
Barcelona B’s Abdul Aziz Issah, Ebenezer Annan of AS Saint-Étienne, Ibrahim Osman of Birmingham City, and Paul Reverson of Ajax FC have also been included in the squad.
Midfielder Salim Adams, one of the key players for Ghana Premier League leaders Medeama SC, leads the group of home-based players.
Others are Heart of Lions’ Ebenezer Abban, Ebenezer Adade of Dreams FC, and Nations FC captain Razak Simpson. Ghana will travel to Mexico for the international friendly on Friday, May 22, 2026.
