Hohoe United strengthened their fight against relegation with a narrow but vital 1-0 triumph over FC Samartex 1996 at the Hohoe Sports Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Buoyed by last weekend’s impressive away draw against Aduana FC, the home side approached the fixture with renewed belief. However, they were fully aware of the challenge posed by a Samartex outfit determined to keep their top-four aspirations alive.

The opening half offered few clear opportunities, as both teams adopted a cautious approach. Samartex controlled spells of possession, patiently searching for openings, yet Hohoe’s defensive unit remained well-organised and difficult to penetrate. At the other end, the hosts also struggled to carve out meaningful chances before the break.

The decisive moment came shortly after halftime. Just three minutes into the second period, Hohoe launched a quick attacking move that culminated in Kekeli Attor finding space inside the box. Showing composure, he drove his effort beyond the reach of the goalkeeper in the 48th minute, igniting celebrations among the home supporters.

Stung by the setback, Samartex committed more players forward in pursuit of an equaliser. Despite their attacking intent, clear-cut chances were hard to come by as Hohoe defended with discipline and remained a threat on the counterattack.

In the end, Attor’s strike proved enough to separate the sides. The result offers a timely boost to Hohoe United’s survival bid, while Samartex’s ambitions near the summit take a hit following another frustrating outing away from home.

Asante Kotoko were forced to settle for a share of the spoils after being held to a gripping 0-0 draw by a resilient 10-man Vision FC side in their Ghana Premier League week 24 fixture at the Baba Yara Stadium.

The hosts came flying out of the blocks, pressing with urgency and intensity, but their early aggression resulted in captain Samba O’Neil and teammate Patrick receiving bookings inside the opening 20 minutes. Despite dominating possession, Kotoko struggled to convert their bright start into a breakthrough.

Vision FC, though reduced to ten men, remained adventurous and nearly stunned the home crowd with swift counterattacks. Mohammed Camara was called into action midway through the first half, producing a sharp save before O’Neil intervened with a timely clearance to keep the game level.

Kotoko’s best opportunity before the interval fell to Albert Amoah, who latched onto a precise through ball and cleverly chipped goalkeeper Godwin Ametefe, only to see his effort bounce off the crossbar. Moments later, Emmanuel Antwi attempted a curling strike that drifted narrowly wide, ensuring the first half ended without a goal.

The pattern continued after the restart. Amidu Acquah threatened from the flanks for the Porcupine Warriors, but his curling effort sailed over the bar. Camara once again proved decisive within a short spell, pulling off two crucial saves to deny the visitors and maintain parity.

In the end, neither side could find the cutting edge, and the contest finished goalless despite the end-to-end exchanges.

The result leaves Kotoko fourth on the table with 39 points as they prepare to host Karela United in their next outing. Vision FC, meanwhile, sit ninth with 31 points and will turn their attention to a home clash against Berekum Chelsea.

Bibiani Gold Stars reignited the Ghana Premier League title race with a dramatic 2-1 triumph over Hearts of Oak at Dun’s Park, trimming the gap at the summit to just a single point.

The Miners made the most of Medeama’s earlier stumble, a stalemate against Swedru All Blacks, by claiming maximum points in front of their home supporters to keep their championship ambitions firmly on track.

It was the hosts who settled quicker into the contest, and their bright start paid off in the 15th minute when Samuel Acheampong broke the deadlock. Gold Stars continued to press for more, but Hearts goalkeeper Benjamin Asare produced a string of fine interventions to prevent further damage before the interval.

After the restart, Hearts of Oak showed greater urgency and composure in possession. Their persistence yielded results midway through the second half as Henry Kwaku Boateng restored parity in the 64th minute, setting up a nervy finale.

Just when the contest appeared headed for a draw, Augustine Boakye emerged as the hero. Deep into stoppage time, he found the decisive touch to snatch victory for the home side, sparking wild celebrations among the Bibiani faithful.

The defeat leaves Hearts trailing the leaders by five points, having failed to build on their recent Super Clash success over Asante Kotoko. Now third on the table, the Phobians remain within touching distance, but the pressure is mounting as the race tightens with only a handful of points separating the frontrunners.

Swedru All Blacks FC will host league leaders Medeama SC on Sunday, March 1, in a Ghana Premier League Matchweek 24 fixture scheduled for the Swedru Sports Stadium.

The home side head into the contest seeking a much-needed turnaround in form after a difficult spell. Over their last seven league outings, the Black Magicians have managed just one victory, alongside two draws and four defeats. Overall, their campaign has produced six wins, six stalemates and 11 losses from 23 matches this season.

Despite their struggles, All Blacks will be hoping that home advantage can inspire a stronger performance against the table toppers. The Swedru-based side currently sit 14th on the 18-team standings with 27 points, leaving them just outside the relegation zone and aware that a positive result could significantly boost their survival hopes.

Opponents Medeama continue to enjoy a remarkable season at the summit of the table. The Yellow and Mauves have collected 45 points from 23 games, recording 12 victories, nine draws and only two defeats. Their consistency has been built on solid defensive organisation and clinical finishing during crucial moments.

While All Blacks have endured a challenging run recently, they will look to ride on the energy of their supporters at home. Medeama, on the other hand, travel with confidence, having shown impressive resilience on the road throughout the campaign and maintaining their push to stay top of the league.

The match is set to kick off at 3:00pm on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the Swedru Sports Stadium.

Asante Kotoko SC will be back at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday, March 1, as they prepare to face Vision FC in a Matchweek 24 Ghana Premier League clash expected to draw significant attention.

The Porcupine Warriors head into the fixture hoping to build on the confidence gained from their recent victory, which ended a frustrating two-match losing streak. Although their campaign has been inconsistent at times, the last win is seen as a possible turning point in their push to revive their title ambitions.

Kotoko returned to winning ways with a 0-2 away triumph over Young Apostles, a result that provided a much-needed morale boost. The breakthrough came early when Johnson Oppong Owusu powered home a superb header just six minutes into the contest. The visitors doubled their advantage ten minutes later after a forced own goal compounded the pressure on the home side in Wenchi.

Despite facing a second-half fightback, Kotoko held firm to secure the three points. Goals from Mohammed Sam-An and Meshack Adjetey were initially cancelled out by Augustine Okrah’s brace, but Ibrahim Larbi’s effort ultimately restored Kotoko’s lead and sealed the victory.

Currently sitting 10th on the league table with 30 points after 23 matches, the Ewuo Keke side will be aiming to continue their improved form and climb further up the standings.

Sunday’s encounter will kick off at 3:00pm GMT and will be broadcast on TV3, Onua TV and Max TV.