Karela United will welcome Swedru All Blacks to the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium in Tamale on Sunday afternoon for their Matchweek 33 clash in the Ghana Premier League (GPL).
Karela United head into the game hoping to recover from a heavy 3-0 away defeat to Vision FC last Sunday. Despite that pumelling, the Pride and Passion have managed 12 wins, 10 draws and 10 defeats after 32 league matches this season.
Head coach Nurudeen Amadu will expect a strong reaction from his players as they return to home soil.
Swedru All Blacks, coached by Kasim Mingle, will also be targeting an important result away from home as they continue their fight for a better finish on the league table.
Match Preview
Karela United currently sit eighth on the 18-team Ghana Premier League table with 46 points from 32 matches. Although they have shown inconsistency in recent weeks, the Tamale-based side remain difficult to beat at home and will hope to use that advantage on Sunday.
The Pride and Passion have displayed quality in midfield and attack throughout the campaign, but defensive mistakes have sometimes cost them valuable points.
Swedru All Blacks, meanwhile, occupy 12th place on the table with 42 points from 32 matches. The Black Magicians have shown resilience this season and remain capable of causing problems for any side in the league.
With only four points separating both teams, Sunday’s encounter could be closely fought as each side pushes for a strong end to the season.
Team News
Karela United
Captain Abdul Ganiu is expected to continue in goal for Karela United, while Eric Antwi Konadu could once again lead the attack for the home side.
Midfielders Philip Adom and Gideon Boateng are likely to play important roles as Karela attempt to dominate possession and create scoring chances.
Head coach Nurudeen Amadu will hope his team can quickly recover after the disappointing defeat to Vision FC at Tema.
Swedru All Blacks
Swedru All Blacks are expected to rely on the experience of captain Zayat Bubakari in defence as they prepare for a difficult away fixture.
Rudolf Mensah and Abdul Aziz Adam are likely to carry the attacking threat for the visitors, while Samuel Fosu and Arthur Shadrack will be key gonzo's in midfield.
Coach Kasim Mingle will hope his side can stay organised defensively and take advantage of counterattacking opportunities.
Possible Starting Lineups
Karela United possible starting lineup:
Abdul Ganiu; Faisal Gariba, Joseph Quansah, Abdul Rahman Yaya; Malik Abubakar, Philip Adom, Mohammed Awal Alhassan, Gideon Boateng, Abdulai Zakari; Eric Antwi Konadu.
Swedru All Blacks possible starting lineup:
Clement Aryee; Zayat Bubakari, Oscar Mensah, Clement Tutu; Samuel Fosu, Solomon Nereba, Arthur Shadrack, John Andoh; Rudolf Mensah, Abdul Aziz Adam, Kweku Baffoe.
We Say: Karela United 2-1 Swedru All Blacks
Karela United may have suffered a heavy defeat last weekend, but their home form could give them the advantage in this game.
We expect the Pride and Passion to start strongly and take the lead through Eric Antwi Konadu after a quick attacking move. Swedru All Blacks could respond later in the match through Rudolf Mensah before Karela regain control.
A second-half strike from Philip Adom may be enough to secure all three points for Nurudeen Amadu’s side in Tamale.
Match Details
Where is the game being played?
Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium, Tamale.
What time is kick-off?
3:00pm on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
By: Pascal Amoah
