Bibiani Gold Stars delivered a commanding performance to defeat Basake Holy Stars and strengthen their charge at the top end of the Ghana Premier League table on Sunday at Dun’s Park.
The hosts stamped their authority on the contest early, with Razack Sanou opening the scoring in the 16th minute before Arthur Justice struck six minutes later to double the advantage and put the game firmly under their control. Kumi Attah added a third in the 70th minute to complete a dominant display in front of their home supporters in Bibiani.
The victory trims the gap at the summit to five points after leaders Medeama SC were held to a draw by Aduana FC, intensifying the pressure in the title race while reinforcing Gold Stars’ top-four ambitions.
For Basake Holy Stars, the defeat leaves them hovering dangerously close to the relegation zone. Despite confidence from their recent win over Berekum Chelsea, they struggled to match their opponents’ intensity and attacking sharpness throughout the afternoon.
Gold Stars will now turn their attention to a tricky away fixture against Heart of Lions as they aim to sustain momentum, while Basake Holy Stars face a crucial home clash with Swedru All Blacks in a match that could prove decisive in their fight for survival.