Aduana FC reignited their Ghana Premier League title push with a dramatic late comeback victory over Karela United at the Nana Agyeman Badu I Park on Sunday afternoon, easing the pressure after recent setbacks.
Despite Aduana’s early dominance, it was Karela United who struck first against the run of play in the 27th minute. A moment of misfortune saw Salim Uzair Baafada turn the ball into his own net, handing the visitors an unexpected lead and briefly silencing the home supporters in Dormaa.
The setback sparked an immediate response from the Ogya Boys, who piled sustained pressure on Karela’s defence in search of a swift reply.
Their persistence was rewarded just four minutes later when captain Alex Boakye coolly converted a penalty in the 31st minute, restoring parity after a foul inside the box and lifting the atmosphere around the stadium.
The contest remained finely balanced thereafter, with both sides creating half-chances but failing to find a decisive breakthrough.
Karela stayed compact and disciplined, frustrating Aduana’s attacking waves, while the hosts continued to push forward with urgency as time ticked away, driven on by a vocal home crowd.
Just when the match appeared headed for a draw, substitute Charles Gyamfi Kamara produced a moment of magic.
Introduced late by head coach Cioaba Aristica, Kamara struck deep into stoppage time to complete a stunning turnaround, sending the Nana Agyeman Badu I Park into wild celebrations.
The victory provides a crucial morale lift for Aduana FC as they open the second round of the season, while Karela United were left to rue a narrow defeat despite a disciplined and spirited display.
For the Ogya Boys, Kamara’s late heroics could prove a defining moment as the title race begins to intensify.
