Third-placed Hearts of Oak will lock horns with league champions Medeama SC on Sunday, in a heavyweight matchweek 34 clash of the Ghana Premier League season at the Accra Sports Stadium.
The Phobians head into the nerve cracker looking to end the campaign strongly after a difficult run of form which has seen them record one win, two draws and two defeats from their last five matches. Medeama SC, meanwhile, arrive in Accra full of confidence after sealing the league title with a consistent and impressive campaign under head coach Ibrahim Tanko.
Match Preview
Hearts of Oak are currently third on the 18-team Ghana Premier League table with 51 points from 33 matches, having picked up 12 wins, 11 draws and 10 defeats this season.
Mas-Ud Didi Dramani’s side have found it difficult to stay consistent in recent weeks, but the Phobians still have something to play for as they hope to end the season in the top-four in front of their fans. Hearts have shown good quality at different times this season, especially at home, where they have troubled some of the league’s top teams.
The Rainbow club will also take motivation from the fact that they are facing the newly crowned champions in the final match of the season. A win over Medeama would give the team a big confidence lift ahead of next season.
Medeama, meanwhile, have been the best team in the league this season. The Tarkwa-based club are top of the table with 62 points after winning 17 matches, drawing 11 and losing only six in 33 league games.
Under Ibrahim Tanko, Medeama have been strong in defence and effective in attack, which has helped them stay at the top of the league table. The champions have also performed well away from home this season and will be determined to finish their title-winning campaign with another good result.
With both teams having quality players in important positions, Sunday’s match is expected to be very competitive despite the difference between them on the league table.
Team News
Hearts of Oak
Hearts of Oak are expected to rely on stop gap captain Kelvin Osei Asibey once again, with the experienced defender set to lead the side from the back.
Defenders Baba Adamu, Kelvin Osei Asibey and Ali Mohammed are all likely to keep their places in the backline, while Ransford Mensah is expected to operate from left-back.
In midfield, Raphael Amponsah and Mohammed Hussein will be tasked with controlling possession and creating chances for the attackers. George Paaku and Stephen Appiah Asare are also expected to help the attack near their opponent’s penalty box.
Mawuli Wayo and Frank Abora Duku are likely to lead the attack as Hearts search for goals against the league champions.
Medeama SC
Medeama SC are expected to maintain much of the side that helped them secure the title.
Goalkeeper Felix Kyei should start between the posts behind captain Yussif Mubarik, who is expected to marshal the defence alongside Yaw Osei.
The midfield trio of Salim Adams, Manuel Mantey and Fuzy Taylor will look to dominate possession and dictate the tempo of the game.
In attack, Abdul Salam and Kingsley Braye are expected to spearhead Medeama’s frontline, while Kelvin Nkrumah could play a key role from the wings with his pace and direct running.
Possible Starting Lineups
Hearts of Oak possible starting lineup:
Sharif Shuaib (GK); Baba Adamu, Kelvin Osei Asibey (C), Ali Mohammed, Ransford Mensah; Raphael Amponsah, Mohammed Hussein, Stephen Appiah Asare, George Paaku; Mawuli Wayo, Frank Abora Duku.
Medeama SC possible starting lineup:
Felix Kyei (GK); Godknows Dzakpasu, Desmond Baffoe, Manuel Mantey, Yussif Mubarik (C), Kelvin Nkrumah, Yaw Osei, Abdul Salam, Fatawu Sulemana, Fuzy Taylor, Kingsley Braye.
We say: Hearts of Oak 1-2 Medeama SC
This match could be an exciting game between two technically strong sides. Hearts of Oak are expected to begin strongly and may take the lead through Mawuli Wayo after putting Medeama under early pressure.
However, Medeama’s attacking quality and composure may prove decisive as the game progresses. Kingsley Braye could restore parity before Abdul Salam grabs the winning goal in the second half to hand the champions another important victory.
Match Details
Where is the game being played?
The match takes place at the Accra Sports Stadium, the home ground of Hearts of Oak.
What time is kick-off?
The game kicks off at 3:00pm on Sunday, May 24, 2026.
By Pascal Amoah
