In a pulsating Super Clash on Sunday, Asante Kotoko emerged victorious with a thrilling 3-2 win against Hearts of Oak in the Ghana Premier League, captivating fans at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi.
Despite playing on Kotoko's home ground due to logistical reasons, Hearts of Oak faced a formidable challenge as the home team orchestrated a comeback, securing crucial three points and the first bragging rights of the season.
The match, relocated from the Accra Sports Stadium to Kumasi, witnessed two instances of confusion during the prelude.
Tensions rose as Hearts of Oak fans obstructed the entrance gate, and a brief chaos ensued when some Hearts of Oak players entered the Kotoko section during warm-up.
However, order was restored, and the match commenced with an exhilarating start.
Hearts of Oak took the lead in the 37th minute when Ibrahim Salifu's excellent free-kick delivery met Linda Mtange's exceptional header.
Kotoko responded just before halftime as Isaac Oppong's superb low effort found the net in the 44th minute.
Kotoko surged ahead in the second half, with Steven Mukwala capitalizing on Ayi's goalkeeping error to secure the rebound in the 55th minute.
Mukwala extended the lead with another goal, intercepting a back pass and calmly slotting home for the third. Although Martin Karikari pulled one back for Hearts of Oak, Kotoko held on for a significant victory.
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Bechem United 4-0 Accra Lions – Report
Bechem United hammered Accra Lions 4-0 on Sunday in match week 14 of the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park.
It is the second week running that the Hunters have won by this score line after also beating Karela United 4-0 last weekend.
Bechem United have now scored 16 goals in their last three games in all competitions without scoring.
Samuel Osei Kuffour opened the scoring for the home side after just two minutes into the game.
Bismark Kobi-Mensah’s side doubled their league in the fifth minute of first half additional through Emmanuel Avornyo to send Bechem United into the break 2-0 up.
Cephas Mantey added a third in the 66th minute to put the game beyond Accra Lions before completing his brace eight minutes later to end the game 4-0.
The win moves Bechem United from fifth to fourth with 23 points while drop to 13th with 16 points after starting the day on 12th position.