Nations FC will aim to maintain their strong early-season form when they host FC Samartex at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex on Sunday in a crucial Ghana Premier League fixture.
Match Preview
The Abrankese-based side has made a confident start to the campaign, building momentum under coach Kassim Mingle. Their mix of youth and experience has brought balance, with key players like captain Razak Simpson and forward Samuel Tetteh showing early promise. A win at home would further cement their status as one of the league’s top contenders.
FC Samartex, meanwhile, travel with resilience as their trademark. The Timber Giants, led by skipper Adu Siaw, are known for their defensive organization and compact play, but they’ll need more attacking spark to break down a Nations FC side unbeaten at home in recent league outings. Both teams see this as a chance to lay down a marker in the top half of the table.
Head-to-Head
The sides have shared a competitive rivalry since Nations FC’s promotion. Their meetings last season were tightly contested, with Samartex edging a narrow win at home, while Nations FC took revenge in Abrankese. Goals have been scarce in this fixture, with only four scored across their last two meetings.
Team News
Nations FC: No major injury concerns. Coach Mingle is expected to keep faith in his established backline of Simpson, Kuffour, and Abbey. Playmaker Prince Badu remains the creative spark, while Kelvin Ampofo and Emmanuel Annor provide width in attack.
FC Samartex: Goalkeeper Issah is fit to start after shaking off a minor knock. Adu Siaw marshals the defense, with midfielders Ofori and Sarpong tasked with dictating play. Forward Zakaria will lead the line, supported by the pace of Sefa.
Predicted Lineups
Nations FC (4-3-3):
Rabin O. Sanon (GK); Razak Simpson (C), Kwame Boakye, Samuel Osei Kuffour, Nathaniel A. Abbey; Martin Akolgo, Emmanuel Annor, Faisal Charwetey; Prince Badu, Samuel Tetteh, Kelvin Ampofo
FC Samartex (4-2-3-1):
Issah (GK); Tetteh, Adu Siaw (C), Abgesimah, Mamah; Owusu, Ofori; Sarpong, Acquah, Zakaria; Sefa
Channels & Kickoff
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Venue: Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex, Abrankese
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Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025
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Kickoff: 15:00 GMT
Prediction
Nations FC’s home form and attacking balance make them slight favorites, but Samartex’s compact style could frustrate them. If Nations break through early, they could dominate. Otherwise, expect a tight contest.
Prediction: Nations FC 2-1 FC Samartex
