Defending champions Bibiani Gold Stars FC welcome Basake Holy Stars FC to Dun’s Park on Sunday afternoon in a crucial Ghana Premier League fixture with significant implications at both ends of the table.
Gold Stars returned to winning ways with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Swedru All Blacks FC, a result that lifted them to fourth place with 36 points from 21 matches. The narrow triumph reaffirmed their resilience as they continue their push to remain among the league’s frontrunners.
Dun’s Park has once again proven to be a fortress. The defending champions are unbeaten in their last 10 home league matches (W8, D2) and have kept three consecutive clean sheets on their own turf. Their defensive solidity, combined with clinical finishing, has made them one of the toughest sides to face at home this season.
Sunday’s encounter also presents an opportunity for revenge. Three months ago, Basake Holy Stars claimed a 2-0 victory in the reverse fixture. However, since September 2024, the two sides have met three times, with Gold Stars winning twice and Basake once — giving the hosts a slight edge in recent head-to-head meetings.
Basake Holy Stars come into the game with renewed confidence after a morale-boosting 2-0 win over Berekum Chelsea FC. That victory moved them to 13th place with 26 points, offering breathing space in the relegation battle.
However, their away form remains a major concern. Basake are yet to record a single away win this season (D3, L8) and have conceded in each of their last four away fixtures. If they are to secure a positive result at Dun’s Park, tightening their defensive structure on the road will be essential.
With Gold Stars chasing a top-four finish and Basake aiming to widen the gap from the drop zone, this fixture promises intensity and high stakes.
Team News
Both sides are expected to have largely full squads available, with no major injury or suspension concerns reported ahead of kickoff.
Probable Lineups
Bibiani Gold Stars: Kobi (GK); Agyemang, Anaba, Atingah (C), Kontor, Nkoah; Ofori, Sanou, Twene; E. Adjei, Atta Kumi
Basake Holy Stars: Takyi (GK); Kwame, Asante, Author, Boazee; Gyetuah, Gabriel, Quaison; Hagan, Tweneboah, Somiah
Kickoff
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Sunday, 15:00 GMT (3:00 PM)
Prediction
Gold Stars’ formidable home form and defensive discipline give them a clear advantage. Basake’s poor away record could prove costly once again.
We say; Bibiani Gold Stars 2-0 Basake Holy Stars
