On Sunday, Hearts of Oak will face Medeama SC, who currently hold the second spot in the league table, at the Accra Sports Stadium.
The Phobians are eager to bounce back from their disappointing 3-2 loss to FC Samartex on Matchday 30.
In their previous match, Hearts of Oak conceded a late goal in injury time, resulting in a defeat to the newly promoted side at Nana Nsenkyire Park. This loss marked their third defeat in the last five Premier League matches.
They have managed to secure two victories but suffered three losses during this period. Currently sitting in 5th place with 45 points, they trail league leaders Aduana FC by 7 points and are 5 points behind their upcoming opponents, Medeama SC.
Medeama SC holds the 2nd position in the league table with 50 points. They have won three out of their last five matches, with the remaining two ending in defeats.
In the first leg encounter, Hearts of Oak secured a 1-0 victory over Medeama SC at the Akoon Park, courtesy of a goal scored by Kwadwo Obeng Junior in the 32nd minute.
Hearts of Oak has a good record against Medeama SC at the Accra Sports Stadium, having won their last two matches there since the 2020-21 season. In their previous five encounters with Medeama SC, they have emerged victorious in three matches, with the other two ending in draws.
Key players for Medeama SC include top scorer Vincent Atinga Addae, nimble-footed Derrick Fordjour, midfield dynamo Kwasi Donsu, top marksman Jonathan Sowah, Manuel Mantey, and Nurudeen Abdulai. Hearts of Oak will rely on the performances of Salifu Ibrahim, Gladson Awako, Robert Addo Sowah, Benjamin York, Kwadwo Obeng Junior, Linda Mtange, and Eric Esso.
Fans can catch the live broadcast of the game on StarTimes Adepa channel 247.
