Nations FC will be aiming to strengthen their title challenge when they host Dreams FC at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, in a matchweek 26 showdown in the Ghana Premier League.
Match Preview
The Abrankese-based side are enjoying a strong campaign and currently sit third on the league table with 45 points. They’ve won three of their last five league outings (W3, D1, L1), showcasing impressive attacking flair and solid defensive structure. Nations have scored 29 goals — the second-highest in the league — and boast the tightest defence, having conceded just 14 goals so far this season.
However, despite their high league standing, Nations FC have not been entirely convincing at home. They rank as the seventh weakest home side in the league this season and will be keen to secure maximum points in front of their fans to keep their top-four hopes alive.
Dreams FC, on the other hand, are looking to bounce back from a heavy 4-0 defeat to Medeama SC last weekend — their first loss in nine matches. Prior to that, Abdul Karim Zito’s men had been on a strong run of form (W6, D2), climbing into the top half of the table. They now sit 9th with 36 points, having scored 17 and conceded 21.
Known for their resilient performances on the road, the “Still Believe” boys are the seventh-best away side this season and will be aiming to avoid back-to-back defeats when they make the trip to Abrankese.
This will be the second league meeting at Abrankese between the two sides since Nations FC gained promotion. The previous fixture ended in a narrow 1-0 win for Nations FC — a result Dreams FC will be hoping to overturn this time around.
Team News
Both sides are expected to line up with their strongest available squads. Nations FC captain Razak Simpson and goalkeeper Sanon will lead the hosts, while experienced striker Joseph Esso is expected to lead the visitors’ attack.
Predicted Lineups
Nations FC XI: Sanon (GK) (C); Abrokwa, Alhassan, Badu, Boahene, Charwetey, Djangone, Grippman, Karim, Kuffour, Sulemana
Dreams FC XI: Aseako (GK); Ahiable, Asante, Aziz, Bartels, Esso (C), Guede, Isaac Y., Kofi M., Izdeen, Salifu
Kickoff Details
Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Time: 15:00 GMT
Venue: Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex
Prediction
Nations FC have been consistent and difficult to break down this season, but Dreams FC have shown grit on the road. While both sides are capable of grinding out a result, Nations’ slight edge in form and firepower could prove decisive.
Score Prediction: Nations FC 2-1 Dreams FC
