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Premier League: Unbeaten Gold Stars FC pip Hearts of Oak; Asante Kotoko drop points
Gold Stars FC maintained their unbeaten run with a hard fought win at Hearts of Oak, Asante Kotoko dropped points at Basake Holy Stars while Medeama threw away a two goal lead to draw at Aduana FC as game is rained-off.
Hearts of Oak 0-1 Gold Stars FC
Gold Stars FC continued their impressive form with a remarkable 1-0 win at Hearts of Oak to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table.
Samuel Atta Kumi’s 70th minute strike separated the two teams at the University of Ghana Stadium in match day 8 of the Ghanaian top-flight on Sunday October 27, 2024.
The Phobians missed the chance to pick at least a point after Hamza Issah missed a crucial penalty in the 75th minute.
Gold Stars FC unbeaten run now stretches to eight matches as they lie top of the table with 18 points a possible 24.
Nations FC 3-0 Vision FC
Nations FC made lightwork of Vision FC with a resounding 3-0 win to return to winning ways at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex on Sunday.
A brace from Faisal Chawetey in the 24th and 59th minute plus Richard Danso’s injury-time goal propelled the home side to the big win.
Nations have jumped into fourth position in the table while the visitors have dropped to 10th.
Bechem United 0-0 Karela United
Bechem United failed to make home advantage count after drawing 0-0 against Karela United on Sunday.
The two teams shared the points at the Nana Gyeabour Park in Bechem as the Hunters dropped crucial points at home.
Basake Holy Stars 1-1 Asante Kotoko SC
Asante Kotoko dropped points at the Crosby Awuah Memorial Park after drawing 1-1 with Basake Holy Stars on Sunday.
Albert Amoah put the Porcupine Warriors in front with a sublime finish in the 34th minute before Prince Tweneboah pulled parity in the 81st minute.
Kotoko trail leaders Gold Stars FC by three points as they remain second in the table with 15 points.
Heart of Lions 1-0 Nsoatreman FC
Nana Oppong scored the only goal of the match as Heart of Lions ended their streak of draws with a 1-0 win over Nsoatreman FC at the Kpando Stadium on Sunday.
Lions lost 1-0 at Karela United last weekend and needed to respond against the Nsuatre-based side. They had to pull the chestnut out of the blazing fire to pick maximum points against Yaw Preko’s side.
Young Apostles FC 1-0 Dreams FC
Young Apostles FC recorded a narrow 1-0 win over struggling Dreams FC at home on Sunday.
Daniel Lomotey scored the decisive goal in the 61st minute to separate the two sides at the Wenchi Sports Stadium.
Dreams, 17th in the table, are still without a win after eight matches in what has been a tumultuous start to their 2024-25 Premier League campaign.
FC Samartex 1996 1-0 Berekum Chelsea
Champions FC Samartex 1996 notched a 1-0 win over Berekum Chelsea to keep their title defence ambition intact.
Akwasi Sarpong’s 55th minute strike downed the Berekum-based side at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena.
The Timber giants have moved up to 6th in the table with 13 points from eight matches, while Chelsea have dropped out of the top four in 5th position.
Aduana FC 2-2 Medeama (Rained -Off)
Aduana FC remarkable comeback against Medeama SC has been delayed by heavy downpour as the two teams shared the spoils in an entertaining 2-2.
The game had to be called off three minute to regulation time after the field turned unplayable due to the heavy rains.
Medeama had taken a two-goal lead courtesy David Boison and Derrick Fordjour before two quick goals in a spate of two minutes from Silas Kyeremeh and Abdul Latif Bamba delivered an impressive comeback.
The match will continue at 9am local time on Monday October 28, 2024.
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National Teams Ambassador, Asamoah Gyan visits Black Queens training, rallies team ahead of WAFCON
National Teams Ambassador, Asamoah Gyan, paid a visit to the Black Queens during training on Wednesday.
The former Black Stars striker offered words of encouragement as the team continued preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
He congratulated the players and technical team for securing qualification to the continental showpiece and urged the team to remain focused, give their best whenever they step onto the pitch and to continue working hard.
The visit marked one of Gyan’s first engagements with a national team since his appointment as Ambassador for Ghana’s national teams.
He also assured the players of his commitment to supporting and motivating the team as they build towards WAFCON.
Gyan’s presence was warmly received by the players and technical staff, with the football icon sharing his experience and inspiring the squad as well.
The Black Queens are currently in camp in Accra as the team continue preparations under coach Kim Lars Björkegren.
Black Princesses captain, Linda Owusu Ansah has received a late call-up to the Black Queens camp for the June FIFA Women’s international window.
Owusu Ansah replaces Alexandre Emefa Tay, who has been excused from camp due to academic commitments.
The talented midfielder, who previously featured for Ampem Darkoa Ladies, captained Ghana’s Black Princesses (U-20) and has been recognized as one of the country’s promising young talents.
Her call-up comes shortly after completing a move to AFC Toronto in Canada, marking another important milestone in her growing career.
Linda has joined the rest of the squad in Accra as preparations continue under Head Coach Kim Lars Björkegren.
