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Swedru All Blacks thrash Future Stars, Rospak hold Sefwi All Stars in Zone Two of Access Bank Division One
Swedru All Blacks defeated Future Stars 5-2 in the Access Bank Division One League at Ejisu Okese Park.
Kwaku Asuandzie Baffoe scored the opening goal for Swedru All Blacks in the 6th minute, followed by goals from Ayikabia Solomon and Benjamin Adjei in the 22nd and 32nd minutes, respectively, giving Swedru All Blacks a comfortable lead by halftime.
After the break, Salim Uzair Baafada scored for Future Stars in the 54th minute, capitalizing on a lofted pass.
Zayat Bubakari and Rudolf Junior Nana Kwesi added to Swedru All Blacks’ tally in the 84th and 88th minutes, while Abdul Rahman Adam scored a consolation goal for Future Stars in the 90th minute, making the final score 5-2.
The UCC Youngsters FC vs. King Faisal match ended in a goalless draw, despite both teams having plenty of scoring opportunities. Neither team was able to break the deadlock, resulting in a 0-0 stalemate.
The match was part of the Access Bank Division One league in Ghana. Seth Micah, a defender for UCC Youngsters, was named Player of the Match for his outstanding performance.
PAC Academy FC defeated Asekem FC 1-0 at Offinso.
The winning goal was an own goal by Justice Osei in stoppage time, securing three points for PAC Academy.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and all the clubs participating in this weekend’s competitions will pay special tribute in honour of the memory of the late Dominic Frimpong of Berekum Chelsea FC (on loan from Aduana FC).
The GFA has in a statement announced that all the players and team officials of the 6 clubs playing this weekend competitions will wear black armbands on their jerseys as a mark of respect during their respective matches.
In addition, a minute of silence will be observed before the commencement of each game in his honour. This tribute will take place during the MTN FA Cup semi-final matches as well as the Women’s Premier League final scheduled for this weekend.
“The GFA counts on the full cooperation of all clubs and the fans in respectfully observing these arrangements as we collectively pay tribute to Dominic Frimpong,” the statement added.
The FA expressed appreciation to all stakeholders for their understanding and support in these times.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Daniel Laryea will handle the MTN FA Cup semifinal clash between Aduana FC and Nations FC at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Roland Addy will serve as Assistant I, with Seth Abletor as Assistant II, while Adaari Abdul Lattif works as 4th Referee.
The match is scheduled for a 3:00pm kick-off at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
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