Aduana Stars will look to maintain their perfect home record when they host struggling Bechem United at the Nana Agyemang Badu I Park in Dormaa Ahenkro on Sunday afternoon, in what promises to be a key clash on Matchday 5 of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.
Match Preview
The Ogya Boys suffered their first defeat of the campaign in midweek, falling 1-0 away to FC Samartex in a rain-delayed encounter in Samreboi. Despite that setback, Aduana remain one of the league’s most formidable sides, particularly at home, where they have been nearly unbeatable. Their victories over Nations FC (2-0) and Swedru All Blacks (1-0) have underlined their dominance in Dormaa — a venue that has long been a fortress for the two-time champions.
Head coach Cioba Aristica will be eager to see his men respond strongly after the Samartex loss and continue their charge toward the top of the table. The Romanian tactician is expected to rely once again on the experienced duo of Alex Boakye and Raymond Agyemang in defence, while Daouda Sidibe and Mizack Afriyie will carry the attacking threat upfront.
Bechem United, meanwhile, are enduring a frustrating start to the campaign. The Hunters are winless after four games (D2, L2), most recently being held to a goalless draw by Hearts of Oak at home. Desmond-Issah Botchway’s side have struggled for creativity and cutting edge in the final third, scoring just one goal so far — a statistic that must improve if they are to turn their fortunes around.
Their away form offers little encouragement ahead of this trip. Bechem have picked up only one point from their last ten away matches in the Ghana Premier League, a run that dates back to February 2025. Such numbers highlight the daunting challenge that awaits them in Dormaa, where Aduana have built a reputation for punishing visitors.
Aduana’s consistency at home and Bechem’s troubles on the road make the hosts heavy favourites. However, the Hunters will be motivated to defy the odds and claim a morale-boosting result as they search for their first victory of the season.
Predicted Lineups
Aduana Stars: Prince Osei (GK); Alex Boakye (C), Raymond Agyemang, Maxwell Arthur, Seidu Saana; Emmanuel Marfo, Hensen Anponsa, William Dankyi; Stephen Badu, Mizack Afriyie, Daouda Sidibe
Bechem United: Asiedu (GK, C), Sanut, Acheampong, Yeboah, Abban, Mensah, Boadu, Regain, Amankwah, Sakitey, Moro
Match Details
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Venue: Nana Agyemang Badu Stadium
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Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025
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Kickoff: 15:00 GMT
Prediction:
Aduana Stars 2–0 Bechem United
The Ogya Boys are likely to bounce back from their midweek defeat and extend their flawless home record, while Bechem’s away woes are expected to continue.
