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Premier League round-up: Medeama maintain perfect start; Young Apostles, FC Samartex grab late wins
The Premier League match day 4 served up some incredible matches on Sunday afternoon, with a number of goals flying across the venues.
After Nsoatreman FC lost at Accra Lions on Saturday, there was plenty on the line for the other teams in the Ghanaian top-flight this weekend.
Basake Holy Stars 1-2 Medeama SC
Medeama SC extended their 100% start to the season to three games with a 2-1 win against Basake Holy Stars at the CAM Park on Sunday.
Striker Diawise Taylor was their hero, scoring a screamer on his return to his former ground to snatch the winner for the visitors to maintain their perfect start to the 2024-25 Premier League season.
In-form defender Kamaradini Mamudu put Medeama ahead in the 57th minute before Issah Yakubu pulled parity three minute later.
Diawise Taylor sealed victory with a remarkable strike in the 64th minute to separate the two teams at the CAM Park.
The Mauve and Yellow sit pretty at the top with nine points from three matches following successes over Accra Lions, Legon Cities and Basake Holy Stars.
Legon Cities 0-2 Karela United
Karela United recorded their first win of the season with a vital 2-0 win at struggling Legon Cities at the University of Ghana Stadium on Sunday.
The Pride and Passion ended their poor run of results with a remarkable win in the capital to pile pressure on the Royals.
A goal in each half half from Giyasu Ibrahim and Muhammed Hadi helped Karela United to the crucial win and lift them on the league table.
Ibrahim opened the scoring in the 14th minute before Muhammed Hadi sealed victory with an 88th minute strike to separate the two teams.
Legon Cities are now without a win after four matches in the 2024-25 Premier League campaign so far.
Berekum Chelsea 1-1 Asante Kotoko SC
Berekum Chelsea shared the spoils with Asante Kotoko in an entertaining 1-1 draw at the Golden City Park in Berekum on Sunday.
Michael Kyei Dwamena put the Porcupine Warriors ahead in the 2nd minute before Zackaria Fuseini pulled parity in the 61st minute.
The two teams failed to break down each other as they shared the points in Berekum.
FC Samartex 2-1 Vision FC
FC Samartex survived a late scare to beat resilient Vision FC 2-1 at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena on Sunday.
Michael Ephson’s injury-time winner secured the maximum points for the Timber giants.
Edward Agyemang put the ball into his own net before Edward Agyemang scored to level matters. But Michael Ephson stepped up to score the match-winner in the 92nd minute.
Nations FC 0-0 Hearts of Oak
Nations FC and Hearts of Oak shared the points in an exciting matchday 4 Premier League encounter at Abrankese on Sunday.
Nations failed to break down a resolute Hearts of Oak side at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex but keep their unbeaten home record intact.
Bechem United 1-0 Dreams FC
Christian Owusu’s own goal condemned Dreams FC to a 1-0 defeat at Bechem United in Sunday’s matchday 4 cracker.
Owusu turned the ball into his own net in the 32nd minute at the Nana Gyeabour Park as United bagged their first win of the season.
Young Apostles FC 3-2 Aduana FC
Young Apostles FC came from behind to beat Aduana FC 3-2 in a five goal thriller at the Wenchi Sports Stadium on Sunday.
Rahman Rulf Abdul emerged the hero with a superb brace to deliver the side’s first Premier League win at the Nana Abrefa Nketia, VII Park.
Mohammed Muftawu opened the scoring for the home side before Emmanuel Marfo scored two goals for the visitors
But Rahman Rulf Abdul’s double late in the second half ensured victory for the home side.
Heart of Lions 0-0 GoldStars FC
Heart of Lions failed to make home advantage count as they drew 0-0 with GoldStars FC on Sunday September 29, 2024.
Bashir Hayford’s men struggled in front of goal as the two teams shared the points at the Kpando Stadium.
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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.
