Gold Stars FC Seize Top Spot with Dominant Win Over Accra Lions
Bibiani Gold Stars FC stormed to the summit of the Ghana Premier League with a commanding 3-0 victory over Accra Lions on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at the WAF Park in Sogakope.
Samuel Attah Kumi was the star of the show, netting a sensational hat-trick in the 14th, 44th, and 46th minutes. The Miners delivered their best away performance of the season, securing their ninth win of the campaign and leapfrogging Heart of Lions to claim first place.
Asante Kotoko Climb to Third with Convincing Win Over Vision FC
Kwame Opoku's brace inspired Asante Kotoko to a dominant 4-1 victory over Vision FC, pushing the Porcupine Warriors closer to the league leaders.
Opoku opened the scoring in the 6th minute, but Nana Akwesi Amoah equalized for Vision FC in the 22nd minute. Peter Amidu restored Kotoko's lead, and Opoku added his second in the 37th minute. Saaka Dauda sealed the win with a 44th-minute goal.
Kotoko now sit third with 31 points, two behind Gold Stars FC, while Vision FC are 11th with 19 points.
Samartex and Hearts of Oak Play Out Goalless Draw
Defending champions Samartex and Hearts of Oak played to a 0-0 stalemate at the Nsenkyire Arena. Neither side could find a breakthrough, leaving Hearts in 6th place and Samartex in mid-table.
Nations FC Dent Heart of Lions’ Title Charge
Heart of Lions suffered a setback in their title challenge after a 1-0 defeat to Nations FC at the Kpando Stadium. Di Boris Djangone's 82nd-minute goal handed Lions their first home loss of the season and saw them slip to 4th place.
Nations FC jumped to 2nd on the table, intensifying the competition for the league crown.
Nsoatreman Edge Karela United with a Penalty Win
Eric Osei Bonsu's 52nd-minute penalty gave Nsoatreman FC a crucial 1-0 victory over Karela United. The win moves Yaw Preko's side to 12th in the league, while Karela drop into the relegation zone.
Berekum Chelsea Snatch Dramatic Late Win Over Medeama SC
Berekum Chelsea edged Medeama SC 2-1 in a thrilling encounter. Stephen Amankona put the hosts ahead in the first half, but Yussif Mubarik equalized for Medeama with a penalty deep into injury time.
However, captain Zackaria Fuseini netted the winner with the final kick of the game to seal all three points for Chelsea.
Basake Holy Stars and Aduana Share the Spoils
Basake Holy Stars and Aduana FC played out an entertaining 1-1 draw at the Ampain AAK Arena. Aduana took the lead in the first half, but Bismark Teye equalized for Holy Stars in the 86th minute.
Legon Cities Outclass Dreams FC in Survival Push
Legon Cities secured a crucial 3-0 home win over Dreams FC to boost their survival hopes. Goals from Fredrick Akatuk, Frank Akoto, and Kabu Agyemang Raymond condemned Dreams to their 7th defeat of the season.
Despite the victory, the Royals remain in the relegation zone, while Dreams FC sit just above the drop.
Bechem United Hold Young Apostles in Bono Derby
Bechem United continued their solid form with a 0-0 draw against Young Apostles in the Bono derby. Both teams showcased resilience, sharing the points in a closely contested encounter.
