Basake Holy Stars will face reigning champions FC Samartex in an intriguing Ghana Premier League Week 12 clash at the CAM Park on Sunday, November 24, 2024.
The stakes are high for both teams, with Holy Stars aiming to stay clear of the relegation zone and Samartex eager to recover from a shock defeat.
Match Preview
Basake Holy Stars, making their Premier League debut this season, sit 13th in the standings with 12 points, just one point above the relegation zone. Under the guidance of head coach Abdulai Gazale, the team has shown resilience at home, losing just once at CAM Park while securing two crucial wins there. However, they face a formidable challenge against the defending champions.
FC Samartex, on the other hand, are in 6th place with 17 points, five behind league leaders Nations FC. Nurudeen Amadu's side suffered a surprising 1-0 loss at home to Young Apostles last weekend, ending their unbeaten run at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena. They’ll be determined to bounce back and re-establish their dominance, especially on the road.
Team News
Holy Stars will rely on their home form and defensive solidity to hold off Samartex. Captain Boadi will marshal the midfield, while striker Yakubu is expected to lead the attack.
For Samartex, captain Baah will guard the post, with defenders Adabo and Afful tasked with keeping the opposition at bay. The attacking trio of Mamah, Mensah, and Sefah will be key to unlocking Holy Stars’ defense.
Possible Lineups
Holy Stars Starting XI:
Aboubakar (GK); Kwame, Asante, Author, Baffour, Boadi (C), Opoku, Oteng, Simba, Tweneboah, Yakubu
Samartex Starting XI:
Baah (GK) (C); Acquah, Adabo, Afful, Agbeaimah, Adjei, Ephson, Mamah, Mensah, Sarpong, Sefah
Prediction
Holy Stars have been strong at home, but Samartex, despite their recent setback, have the experience and quality to avoid consecutive defeats. This could be a closely contested affair, with both sides likely to settle for a share of the spoils.
We say; Holy Stars 1-1 Samartex
Venue: CAM Park, Basake
Date: Sunday, November 24, 2024
Kickoff: 15:00 GMT
