In Match Day 25 of the Ghana Premier League, Legon Cities defeated Hearts of Lions 2-1, Asante Kotoko secured a 1-0 win to top the table, and Bibiani Gold Stars drew 1-1 with Hearts of Oak. Karela United and Medeama SC also claimed significant victories, while Nations FC and Vision FC ended in a goalless draw.
The Ghana Premier League’s Match Day 25 showcased high-stakes competition, significant standings changes, and intense matches among the eighteen teams. With city rivalries and a shift in league leadership, this weekend was action-packed.
The opening match saw Legon Cities defeat Hearts of Lions 2-1, with Ernest Agyesem scoring the first goal. Frank Akoto equalized for Hearts of Lions, but Musa Hamzata’s late winner secured a vital victory for Legon Cities. This win lifted them above Hearts of Lions, who remain precariously at the bottom of the table.
Asante Kotoko achieved a 1-0 victory over Basake Holy Stars, thanks to a powerful strike from Samuel Tenedu. This win propelled Kotoko to the top of the table as they extended their unbeaten run, solidifying their status as title contenders.
In a tightly contested match, Berekum Chelsea and FC Samartex ended in a goalless draw, leaving both teams frustrated. Samartex now sits eighth, while Berekum Chelsea languishes two positions below in tenth, both teams missing out on crucial points.
The clash between Bibiani Gold Stars and Hearts of Oak concluded dramatically with a 1-1 tie. Despite an early penalty from Gideon Anaba for Bibiani, a late equalizer from Stephen Asare Appiah assured that Hearts of Oak left with a point, which caused them to drop to fourth place.
Dreams FC secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Young Apostles, courtesy of an 81st-minute goal from Abdul Razak Salifu, moving Dreams up to ninth place. Young Apostles remain 12th, amidst a decent run despite the loss.
Karela United staged a notable comeback against Bechem United, initially trailing before turning the match around to win 2-1. An own goal by Bechem’s Baba Moro Abdulai equalized the match, with Eric Antwi Konadu scoring the winner. This result moved Karela out of the relegation zone to 15th.
Medeama SC delivered a strong performance against Aduana Stars, winning 2-0 with goals from Yussif Mubarak and Michael Sarpong. This victory allowed Medeama to climb to seventh, while Aduana finds itself in a tough position at 11th.
The final match of the day concluded with Nations FC and Vision FC finishing in a 0-0 draw. The match was marked by numerous cards, including three yellow cards and a red card. Both teams continue to struggle, with only one win in their last five games.
Match Day 25 of the Ghana Premier League highlighted significant shifts in the standings, such as Asante Kotoko ascending to the top of the table. The weekend featured surprising results, intense matchups, and critical victories that altered the fate of various teams in the league. With fierce competition continuing, the battle for points remains crucial as the season unfolds.
Original Source: citisportsonline.com
