FC Samartex square off with Bibiani Goldstars on Sunday, December 7, in a Matchweek 13 clash of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena, with kick-off set for 3:00pm. Both teams enter the fixture with ambitions of climbing the upper reaches of the table, setting the stage for a fiercely contested encounter.
Samartex will be seeking to rebound after being held to a frustrating 0–0 draw away at Golden City Park by Berekum Chelsea last weekend. The deadlock meant Christopher Ennin’s side extended their record to four wins, six draws and two defeats from 12 league outings, which is a solid but somewhat conservative return that keeps them within touching distance of the top half.
Goldstars, under interim coach Nana Yaw Amankwah, continue to punch above their weight thanks to discipline and a consistent spine. They travel to Samreboi brimming with belief as they look to solidify their position among the early-season contenders.
Match Preview
FC Samartex sit 7th on the table with 18 points, reflecting a blend of defensive steadiness and occasional attacking hesitancy. Their home turf has been a key source of strength, and Ennin will hope that his side rediscover their creative spark in front of their fans. The Timber Boys rely heavily on their midfield organisation, but the lack of ruthlessness in the box has repeatedly denied them maximum points in tight matches.
Bibiani Goldstars, who is positioned 4th with 22 points, are enjoying one of their most assured outputs in the Premier League campaign. Their midfield trio has dictated games with maturity while their defensive line that is marshalled by captain Vincent Atingah — remains among the most reliable in the league. A win in Samreboi could potentially lift them into the top three, adding extra incentive for the Miners.
Given the stakes and the teams contrasting styles, this fixture promises a cagey but tactically layered battle for control.
Possible Starting Lineups
FC Samartex
Musa Zakari (GK); Ebenezer Acquah (C), Kofi Agbesimah, Samuel Tetteh Mensah; Emmanuel Essien, Kwaku Owusu, Akwasi Sarpong, Solomon Adjei; Emmanuel Mamah, Godwin Safah; Osman Zakari.
Bibiani Goldstars
Emmanuel Kobi (GK); Emmanuel Adjei, Edward Agyemang, Gideon Anaba, Vincent Atingah (C); Phillip Ofori, Razack Sanou, Francis Twene; Michael Nkoah, Samuel Attah Kumi, Emmanuel Kontor.
Team News
FC Samartex
Christopher Ennin has a stable squad to choose from and is expected to maintain much of the XI that battled through the draw with Berekum Chelsea. Captain Ebenezer Acquah returns to anchor the back three, while midfielders Essien, Sarpong and Owusu will retain their roles as the creative engine room. Forward Godwin Safah should start once more as Samartex search for attacking fluency. There are no major injury setbacks in the camp.
Bibiani Goldstars
Interim boss Amankwah is likely to stick with his trusted structure. Captain Vincent Atingah continues to command the defensive line, with Francis Twene set to drive midfield control. Samuel Attah Kumi and lanky Burkinabe forward Razack Sanou is expected to spearhead the attack, supported by Nkoah and Adjei. Squad fitness remains positive with no reported absences.
We say: FC Samartex 1–2 Bibiani Goldstars
Goldstars’ greater penetrative threat in midfield and their ability to convert half-chances could be the difference in a tightly fought match. Samartex may strike first through Godwin Safah, pouncing on a defensive scramble inside the box. But the Miners’ response should be quick, with Samuel Attah Kumi levelling the score from a well-timed run behind the back three.
A late winner could arrive via Francis Twene, who has a habit of arriving in dangerous pockets around the penalty area. His composed finish may hand Goldstars all three points in Samreboi.
Where is the game being played? Nsenkyire Sports Arena, the home of FC Samartex.
What time is kick-off? 15:00 GMT on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
By: Pascal Amoah
