Karela United will be eager to bounce back from last weekend’s heavy defeat when they clash with Dreams FC on Sunday, November 9, in a matchweek nine fixture of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium in Tamale.
Match Preview
After suffering a 4-2 loss to Asante Kotoko at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium last Sunday, Karela United will be aiming to rediscover their winning touch as they return to their favourite grounds this weekend.
The Pride and Passion Boys have made a fairly positive start to the season, sitting 7th on the league table with 12 points after eight rounds of matches, having secured three wins, three draws, and two defeats.
Coach Nurudeen Amadu’s side have been strong at home this term and will look to make their dominance count against a Dreams FC side struggling for consistency. With attackers like Philip Adom and Eric Antwi Konadu in lively form, Karela will fancy their chances of outscoring their visitors in front of their home supporters in Tamale.
Dreams FC, on the other hand, have endured a stop-start. The Tuba-based side are 15th on the 18-club table with 7 points, managing just two wins, five losses, and one draw in their opening fixtures. Coach Winfred Dormon will be desperate to inspire a response from his team, who have struggled to find consistency at both ends of the pitch.
Dreams FC’s attack has looked blunt in recent outings, and their defensive organization has often been undone by lapses in concentration. They face another tough test against a Karela side known for their aggressive pressing and pace in the wings.
Team News
Karela United:
Karela United are expected to field a strong lineup as they seek a quick response to last weekend’s defeat. Skipper Abdul Ganiu will retain his place between the posts, while Malik Abubakar and Faisal Gariba are set to anchor the defence. Forward Philip Adom remains the team’s main midfield dazzler. Midfielder Gideon Boateng is also expected to start. There are no major injury worries for the Pride and Passion.
Dreams FC:
Dreams FC have no fresh injuries ahead of their trip to Tamale but will likely rotate to manage player fatigue. Captain Ebenezer Adade will marshal the defence, supported by Yaovi Chris Guede in midfield, while forward Charles Bartels is expected to lead the line in a 3-4-2-1 setup. Young defender Yaro Isaac could be handed a start as Izdeen Mohammed returns. The technical team will be counting on Seidu Suraj to spark creativity from the middle of the park.
Karela United possible starting lineup:
Abdul Ganiu (GK) (C); Malik Abubakar, Alhassan Ali, Faisal Gariba, Ege Bless; Gideon Boateng, Abdul Rahman Yaya, Abdulai Zakari; Philip Adom, Eric Antwi Konadu, Ibrahim Issa
Dreams FC possible starting lineup:
Gidios Aseako (GK); Izdeen Mohammed, Yaro Isaac, Kuma Kofi; Emmanuel Danquah (C), Adams Aminu, Yaovi Chris Guede, Seidu Suraj; Jonathan Nemorden, Charles Bartels; Ernest Appiah
We say: Karela United 3-1 Dreams FC
Karela United are tipped to get back to winning ways with a commanding home performance. Philip Adom is expected to open the scoring with a tidy finish inside the box before Eric Antwi Konadu doubles the lead with a powerful header from a corner. Dreams FC may pull one back through Jonathan Nemorden after a quick counterattack, but Abdulai Zakari; could seal the victory late on with a curling strike to ensure all three points stay in Tamale.
Where is the game being played?
The match takes place at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium in Tamale, the home of Karela United.
What time is kick-off?
The game kicks off at 15:00 GMT on Sunday, November 9, 2025.
By: Pascal Amoah
