2025/26 Ghana Premier League: Basake Holy Stars vs Bibiani GoldStars — Preview, Team News, Lineups & Prediction
Basake Holy Stars will be hoping to spark a revival when they host reigning champions Bibiani GoldStars at the AAK Sports Arena in Ampain on Sunday afternoon in a crucial Matchday 9 clash of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League.
Match Preview
It has been a tough introduction to life in the top flight for Basake Holy Stars. The newly promoted Nzema-based outfit are still searching for their first league win of the campaign, having lost all of their last five matches and collected just two points from a possible 24 after eight rounds. Their struggles in front of goal and shaky defence have left them anchored to the bottom of the table.
However, there were faint signs of improvement in their narrow 2-1 defeat to Hearts of Oak last weekend — a game in which they finally scored their first goal of the season. Head coach Thomas Nyarko will be counting on that small breakthrough to inspire a more confident display as his team battles to climb out of early relegation danger.
Bibiani GoldStars arrive in Ampain in a much more comfortable position. The champions are unbeaten in their last four league games, picking up three wins and a draw to move closer to the top four. Their form has been largely driven by the impressive combination of Samuel Attah Kumi and Michael Nkoah in attack, while Vincent Atingah continues to marshal the defence with authority.
Despite their strong overall form, GoldStars have shown vulnerability on the road, earning just one point from their last three away fixtures — a record head coach Michael Osei will be determined to improve. A win in Ampain could see them rise further up the table and strengthen their title defence.
For Holy Stars, anything short of a victory will intensify the pressure, especially in front of their home fans who will be desperate to celebrate their first Premier League triumph.
Team News
Basake Holy Stars have no major injury concerns ahead of the clash. Captain George Nana Kissi is expected to lead the defence alongside Peter Arhin and Sadat Zumah Ibrahim, while midfielder Kingsford Baffoe will look to control the tempo in midfield. In attack, Gideon Quaison and Richard Akwei will aim to provide the creative spark and goals that have been missing so far.
For Bibiani GoldStars, goalkeeper Emmanuel Kobi is set to start between the sticks, with captain Vincent Atingah anchoring the backline. Phillip Ofori and Francis Twene are likely to operate in midfield, providing the link to a lively attacking trio of Emmanuel Adjei, Samuel Attah Kumi, and Michael Nkoah.
Probable Lineups
Basake Holy Stars (4-3-3): Dubi Kassi Tayi (GK); George Nana Kissi (C), Peter Arhin, Sadat Zumah Ibrahim, Tey Bismark; Jacob Boazee, Kingsford Baffoe, Francis Oteng; Gideon Quaison, Richard Akwei, Emmanuel Nyarko.
Bibiani GoldStars (4-2-3-1): Emmanuel Kobi (GK); Edward Agyemang, Gideon Anaba, Vincent Atingah (C), Emmanuel Kontor; Phillip Ofori, Razack Sanou; Francis Twene, Emmanuel Adjei, Samuel Attah Kumi; Michael Nkoah.
Prediction
Basake Holy Stars will count on their home support to deliver an inspired performance, but their lack of confidence and defensive fragility could once again be their undoing. Bibiani GoldStars possess greater balance and attacking quality, and should have enough to secure another important win.
Prediction: Basake Holy Stars 0–2 Bibiani GoldStars
