The 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season has hit the Matchday 12 checkpoint with an unmistakable pattern taking shape as home teams remain firmly in control, while the steady flow of goals has kept supporters in suspense.
A total of 108 matches have been played so far, producing 205 goals, with home teams contributing a cammanding 137 of the goals, while away teams managed only 68. The numbers underline what many coaches have been saying all season that home grounds remain tough grounds for visiting teams.
Home Teams Assert Control
Matchday 12 leaves the league with 58 home wins, dwarfing the 14 victories recorded by away teams, while 36 matches have ended in draws. Coaches continue to stress the need for tactical discipline on the road, with many still searching for a formula to consistently take points from difficult venues.
First-Half Efficiency, Second-Half Drama
The goals have been evenly distributed across both halves, with 93 first-half goals and 112 second-half goals, underscoring the late turnarounds and energy shifts that have become characteristic of the season.
Discipline Under the Spotlight
The league’s disciplinary numbers are beginning to draw attention, with 390 yellow cards and 15 red cards already issued. Several coaches have urged their players to keep a cooler temperament as they cautioned that looming suspensions could disrupt their seasons in the coming weeks.
Penalty Drama and Own Goals
The penalty storyline has been equally notable, with 27 penalties awarded, 22 converted, and 5 missed. Defenders have also contributed 4 own goals, adding another layer of unpredictability to the season.
What Comes Next?
With the title chase growing even tighter and the standings still wide open, Matchday 13 promises more twists. Clubs will be looking to correct recurring mistakes and build courage as the league moves toward its mid-season stretch.
By: Pascal Amoah
