FC Samartex 1996 return to the Nsenkyire Sports Arena on matchday 20 of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League, determined to extend their formidable home dominance when they welcome Nations FC.
Match Preview
Samreboi has become a daunting destination for visiting teams this season. Samartex have kept an outstanding seven consecutive home clean sheets, a run that has established them as the second-best home side in the league. Buoyed by a crucial away victory last time out, the Timber Giants sit on 31 points and remain firmly in contention for a top-four finish.
With momentum building and defensive solidity at the heart of their success, Samartex will be eager to capitalize on familiar surroundings to strengthen their push towards the upper end of the table.
Nations FC Overview
Nations FC travel to Samreboi hoping to turn encouraging performances into tangible results on the road. Currently 11th with 24 points, they have shown signs of improvement in recent weeks but are still without an away win this season.
Breaking that trend will be a major challenge against one of the league’s most disciplined defensive units. However, Nations FC will draw confidence from their recent upturn in form and will be keen to test Samartex’s resilience in what promises to be a tightly contested encounter.
Team News
Samartex are expected to rely on their well-drilled backline once again, with captain Ebenezer Acquah anchoring the defence in front of goalkeeper Musah Zakari. The midfield engine room, led by Christian Agyenim Boateng and Emmanuel Essien, will be tasked with controlling the tempo and supplying the forwards.
Nations FC are likely to stick with a balanced approach, as they search for greater cutting edge away from home. Goalkeeper Sanon is set to play a key role, while experienced figures such as Mac-Williams, Suweidu, and Sarfo will be central to their hopes of securing a rare away result.
Possible Starting Lineups
FC Samartex 1996:
Musah Zakari (GK); Ebenezer Acquah (C), Isaac Afful, Kofi Agbesimah, Roland Grippman; Christian Agyenim Boateng, Emmanuel Essien, Awuah Dramani, Akwasi Sarpong; Emmanuel Mamah; Emmanuel Mankuyeli.
Nations FC:
Sanon (GK); Mac-Williams, Grippman, Simpson, Nzoley; Suweidu, Sarpong, Sarfo; Boakye, Effah, Ayikwei.
Kickoff
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Venue: Nsenkyire Sports Arena, Samreboi
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Date: Sunday
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Kickoff Time: 3pm
Prediction
With their exceptional home record and defensive discipline, Samartex start as clear favourites. Nations FC’s away struggles could once again prove decisive unless they produce a near-perfect performance.
Prediction: FC Samartex 1996 2-0 Nations FC
