Vision FC host newly promoted Basake Holy Stars at the Nii Adjei Kraku II Sports Complex this Sunday as both sides look to assert themselves in the top-flight league.
Match Preview
This will be the first-ever top-flight encounter between the two sides, both of whom earned promotion this season. Vision FC is aiming to bounce back after suffering a 2-1 defeat to FC Samartex 1996 at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena last weekend. So far, they have secured one win, two draws, and one loss from their opening four games.
Basake Holy Stars, meanwhile, started the season with a shock 1-0 victory over Hearts of Oak in Accra but have since failed to pick up another win. They sit 13th on the league table with four points, having scored two goals and conceded three.
Team News
The home side will look to a blend of young talents and experienced players to return to winning ways. Key players include forward Emmanuel Kyei Baffour, who is expected to lead the attack, while midfielders Elijah Addai and Labaran Majeed Alidu will provide creativity and strength in the middle of the park. In defense, Nicholas Mensah will be a critical figure, alongside Gideon Ofori Offei, who offers versatility in both defense and midfield.
Basake Holy Stars, under the guidance of coach Abdulai Gazale, are eager to end their winless run after their opening-day triumph. Gazale is likely to field a strong lineup as they seek to take all three points away from home. The visitors will rely on the likes of Baffour Awuah in midfield and Emmanuel Kwame up front to provide the offensive threat. With four points from four matches, they will be looking to regain momentum and improve their standing in the league.
Predicted Lineups
Vision FC Starting XI:
Abraham (GK); Kyei Baffour, Teyechu, O. Gideon, E. Addai, K. Appiah, Alidu, N. Mensah, S. Musah, Nana Asante, Issah Kuka.
Basake Holy Stars Starting XI:
Wahab (GK); Boadi, Author, Zuma, Yakubu; Gyetuah, Asante, Baffour Awuah, Dacosta; Tweneboah, Emmanuel Kwame.
Prediction
Both teams will be looking for a much-needed win, but Vision FC's solid home form could give them the edge. Basake Holy Stars will make it a competitive fixture, but Vision’s quality up front may prove decisive.
We say; Vision FC 2-1 Basake Holy Stars
Kickoff: 15:00 GMT (3:00 PM)
