A mid-table clash with contrasting recent form takes centre stage on Sunday, May 25, 2025, as Dreams FC welcome Berekum Chelsea to the Tuba Astro Turf in a Ghana Premier League Week 32 fixture.
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Dreams FC, positioned ninth on the table with 43 points from 31 matches, are desperate to recover from a humbling 4-1 defeat to Asante Kotoko last weekend. The Believers' inconsistent form — two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five games — has stalled their momentum as they attempt to secure a strong finish to the season.
Despite that, their recent home form has been superb. Coach Abdul Karim Zito’s side is unbeaten in their last five home matches (W4, D1), keeping four clean sheets in that stretch. The Tuba Astro Turf has become a fortress where even top-tier sides have struggled to secure points.
However, Dreams’ record at home against Berekum Chelsea is a cause for concern. Since the 2020/21 season, they’ve hosted Chelsea four times in league action, suffering three defeats and winning just once — a 2-0 success in the 2022/23 season. They lost 0-1 in both 2020/21 and 2021/22, and fell 0-2 last season.
Berekum Chelsea's Form and Away Struggles
Berekum Chelsea enter the weekend in 11th place with 41 points, reeling from back-to-back losses against regional rivals Aduana FC and Accra giants Hearts of Oak. Samuel Boadu’s team has shown glimpses of attacking flair this season, ranking among the joint-third highest scoring teams with 31 goals. However, their defensive vulnerabilities have been costly, conceding 30 times — the fifth-most in the league.
Away from home, Chelsea have been poor. They’ve claimed just two wins in 15 outings on the road, losing ten and drawing three. While they’ll take heart from their impressive historical away record against Dreams FC, they’ll need to overcome their travel woes to secure a result on Sunday.
Team News
Dreams FC are expected to rely on their experienced core, with Aseako starting in goal and the likes of Izdeen, Guede, and Adade forming a solid defensive unit. Midfielder Yaro will be key to controlling possession, while forwards Salifu and Musibau will aim to spark a response in attack.
For Berekum Chelsea, goalkeeper Sekyere will be shielded by a backline led by captain Fuseini. Midfielders Attuquaye and Anane will be tasked with linking play to attackers Gyau and Mensah, while Badori and Seidu add depth in transition.
Predicted Lineups
Dreams FC XI: Aseako (GK); Adade, Guede, Marshah, Izdeen; Ahiable, Asante, Yaro; Salifu, Esso, Musibau
Berekum Chelsea XI: Sekyere (GK); Fuseini (C), Adjei, Afriyie, Amankona; Anane, Attuquaye, Badori; Gyau, Mensah, Seidu
Prediction
Dreams FC’s strong home form and hunger to respond to last weekend’s humiliation should give them the edge. While Chelsea have the psychological upper hand from past visits, their current away form raises red flags.
Prediction: Dreams FC 2-1 Berekum Chelsea
