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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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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.
