The Golden City Park in Berekum will host a critical Ghana Premier League encounter on Sunday, December 29, 2024, as Berekum Chelsea take on Dreams FC.
Both teams are in desperate need of points, albeit for different reasons—Chelsea are aiming to climb the table, while Dreams FC are battling to escape relegation.
Match Preview
Berekum Chelsea, under the guidance of Samuel Boadu, have struggled for consistency. They’ve won just once in their last five league outings, drawing one and suffering three defeats. With 18 points from 14 matches, Chelsea sit in 8th place, having scored 12 goals and conceded 12.
Their home form has also been concerning, with the Blues winless in their last three matches at the Golden City Park. This game represents a crucial opportunity to reignite their home dominance and bolster their position in the top half of the table.
Dreams FC, on the other hand, find themselves mired in the relegation zone. They have accumulated just 12 points and scored a mere six goals while conceding 11. With only two wins all season—the joint lowest in the league—the Believers are in 17th place and desperately need a turnaround. A victory in Berekum would be their second away win this season and a significant boost to their survival hopes.
Head-to-Head Record
Berekum Chelsea hold a dominant record against Dreams FC at the Golden City Park. The two sides have faced off four times at this venue in the league since the 2020/21 season:
- 2020/21: Chelsea 1-0 Dreams FC
- 2021/22: Dreams FC won 1-0, their only victory in Berekum.
- 2022/23: Chelsea secured a narrow 1-0 win.
- 2023/24: A thrilling 3-2 victory for Chelsea.
Dreams FC have historically struggled in Berekum, and they’ll need a special performance to break this pattern.
Predicted Lineups
Berekum Chelsea:
Gregory (GK); Awuah, Kuffour, Abaidoo, Zakaria (C); Seidu, Badori, Dramani, Badori, Sarpong, Mezack
Dreams FC:
Aseako (GK); Adjei, Ahiable, Aziz, Boah; Boateng, Danso, Esso (C); Guede, Owusu C, Owusu L
Match Details
- Venue: Golden City Park, Berekum
- Date: Sunday, December 29, 2024
- Kickoff: 15:00 GMT
Prediction
Given Chelsea’s solid home record against Dreams FC and their superior firepower, they are slight favorites despite their recent form. Dreams FC, however, will be motivated by their precarious position in the relegation zone.
Prediction: Berekum Chelsea 2-1 Dreams FC
