Accra Lions will be desperate to return to winning ways when they host Legon Cities at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on Sunday, March 23, 2025.
Both teams are in dire need of points, with Lions languishing at the bottom of the Ghana Premier League table and Cities teetering just above the relegation zone.
Match Preview
Accra Lions have had a tough season, sitting last with 17 points from 22 matches. They come into this fixture having lost three of their last five league games (W1, D1), scoring 13 goals while conceding 24—the third-most in the division.
Despite their overall struggles, Lions have shown signs of improvement at home, avoiding defeat in their last two matches at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium without conceding a goal (W1, D1). They will look to build on this mini-revival and extend their impressive home record against Legon Cities, whom they have beaten three times in the league since 2021.
Meanwhile, Legon Cities have endured a turbulent campaign, sitting just two points above the relegation zone with 21 points from 22 games. The Royals have won two, drawn one, and lost two of their last five league matches. However, they hold an unenviable record of conceding the most goals in the league (30) while scoring 17.
Cities have been particularly poor away from home, suffering the most defeats on the road (9). They remain the weakest away side in the league and are still searching for their first away win of the season.
With this perfect home record against Cities, the Lions will be confident of claiming all three points on Sunday.
Team News and Expected Lineups
Accra Lions
Coach Ibrahim Tanko is expected to maintain a relatively stable lineup despite their poor form. Defender Issa and midfielder Owusu will be key in ensuring Lions maintain their newfound defensive solidity at home. Forward Nwafor will be tasked with leading the attack as they seek to exploit Cities' defensive weaknesses.
Predicted XI: Afful (GK); Amofa, Issa, Agyen, Hamzata; Awoute, Yousif, Owusu; Agyensem, Sokpoli, Nwafor.
Legon Cities
Legon Cities' defensive struggles have been their biggest challenge, and coach Paa Kwesi Fabin will need to find a solution to plug the gaps at the back. Captain Akoto will marshal the defense, while Quartey and Yeboah will be tasked with providing attacking support upfront.
Predicted XI: Honu (GK); Akatuk, Akoto (C), Alidu, J. Amoah; Asamoah, Gyesi, Opoku Nti; Quartey, Suraje, Yeboah.
Prediction
Accra Lions’ dominance at home against Legon Cities gives them an edge, and their recent defensive improvement will boost their confidence. On the other hand, Legon Cities’ woeful away form and defensive frailties make them vulnerable.
Given these factors, Accra Lions could secure a much-needed victory to revive their survival hopes.
Prediction: Accra Lions 2-1 Legon Cities
Kickoff time: Sunday, March 23, 2025 – 15:00 GMT (3:00 PM)
Venue: University of Ghana Sports Stadium
