FC Samartex will try to get back to winning ways when they face Medeama SC on Sunday afternoon in matchweek 23 of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League.
Match Preview
The Timber Giants go into this match after losing 1–0 away to Swedru All Blacks last weekend. That defeat slowed them down, but FC Samartex have had a good season so far, with nine wins, eight draws and five losses from 22 matches.
Coached by 43-year-old Christopher Ennin, Samartex have become a well-organised team that is hard to beat, especially at home. They are currently sixth on the league table with 35 points and will be hoping to reduce the gap to the top four with a strong performance against the league leaders.
Medeama SC, meanwhile, arrive in Samreboi as the best team in the league this season. The Yellow and Mauve sit top of the table with 44 points after 22 games, having won 12 matches, drawn eight and lost only twice.
Under head coach Anyass Ibrahim Tanko, Medeama have been very consistent in both defence and attack. They will be keen to stay at the top of the table and avoid dropping points, even though playing away against FC Samartex will not be easy.
Team News
FC Samartex:
FC Samartex are expected to have most of their key players available. Captain Ebenezer Acquah should lead the defence again, while Musa Zakari is likely to start in goal. In attack, Godwin Safah and Emmanuel Mamah will be important as the hosts look to use their home support to their advantage.
Medeama SC:
Medeama SC are also expected to name a strong team. Felix Kyei should continue in goal, with captain Yussif Mubarik leading the defence. Kingsley Braye is expected to lead the attack, while Salim Adams and Manuel Mantey will be key in midfield.
Possible Lineups
FC Samartex:
Musa Zakari (GK); Ebenezer Acquah (C), Kofi Agbesimah, Solomon Adjei; Emmanuel Essien, Samuel Tetteh Mensah, Kwaku Owusu, Akwasi Sarpong; Godwin Safah, Emmanuel Mamah, Osman Zakari.
Medeama SC:
Felix Kyei (GK); Desmond Baffoe, Yussif Mubarik (C), Yaw Osei, Fatawu Sulemana; Salim Adams, Manuel Mantey, Fuzy Taylor; Kelvin Nkrumah, Abdul Salam, Kingsley Braye.
Prediction
FC Samartex 1–1 Medeama SC
The match is expected to be very close. FC Samartex could score first through Godwin Safah after a strong start at home. However, Medeama’s experience may help them respond, with Kingsley Braye scoring late to earn a draw.
Where is the game being played?
The match will be played at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena, the home ground of FC Samartex.
What time is kick-off?
Kick-off is at 3:00pm on Sunday, February 22, 2025.
By: Pascal Amoah
