Samartex, the defending champions, endured a disappointing finish last season, dropping to seventh despite a strong start. The Timber Giants are determined to mount a stronger title challenge this year, and their home ground has proven to be a fortress.
Christopher Ennin’s men began the season with a cagey 0-0 draw away to newly promoted Vision FC. Returning to Samreboi, they will rely on their impeccable home record—unbeaten in their last 10 league matches at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena, winning the last six in a row.
Karela United, on the other hand, opened their campaign with a narrow but morale-boosting 1-0 win over Aduana Stars. The Pride and Passion Boys have long been a tough side at home, but their poor away form has consistently hampered progress. With just one win in their last 10 away league games, this fixture presents both a challenge and an opportunity to make a statement against the champions.
Team News
FC Samartex 1999
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Fit & Available: The Timber Giants have no major injury concerns and are expected to field a strong XI.
Karela United
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Injuries: No significant absentees reported ahead of the tie.
Probable Lineups
FC Samartex: Shaibu Issah (GK), Emmanuel Essien, Emmanuel Adu Siaw (C), Kofi Abgesimah, Emmanuel Mamai, Kwaku Owusu, Christina Agyenim Boateng, Akwasi Sarpong, Ebenezer Acquah, Awuah Dramani, Godwin Sefa
Karela United: Ganiu Mohammed (GK), Faisal Gariba, Eric Antwi, Malik Abubakar, Abdul-Raman Yaya, Issa Ibrahim, Gideon Boateng, Alhassan Ali, Philip Adom, Abdulai Zakari, Abedi Karim
Match Facts & Stats
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Samartex are unbeaten in their last 10 home league matches (W6, D4).
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Karela have won just one of their last 10 away games in the league.
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The last meeting between the two sides at Samreboi ended in a narrow 1-0 win for Samartex.
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Samartex have kept a clean sheet in five of their last six home games.
Kickoff & Broadcast
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Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025
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Venue: Nsenkyire Sports Arena, Samreboi
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Kickoff: 3:00 PM local time (15:00 GMT)
Prediction
Samartex’s formidable home form gives them the edge, though Karela will pose a threat if they can break their away hoodoo. Expect a competitive match with both sides creating chances, but the Timber Giants’ resilience at home should carry them through.
Prediction: Samartex 2-0 Karela United
