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GPL Wk26: Hearts of Oak back to winning ways as Lions hold Kotoko
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GPL Wk26: Hearts of Oak back to winning ways as Lions hold Kotoko

Accra Hearts of Oak snapped their four-game winless run after defeating Medeama 1-0 in a matchday 26 encounter at the Accra Sports Stadium. Raphael Amponsah's long-range stunner was enough to secure all three points for the Phobians, who moved to third position in the league. The Phobians have now accumulated 43 points and are just four points off league leaders Bibiani Gold Stars. Asante Kotoko picked a point against Heart of Lions at the Kpando Stadium on Sunday. Justice Blay opened the scoring for Kotoko on the brink of half-time, but Fawzi Ali's 67th goal ensured points were shared at the end of the match. The Porcupine Warriors stayed second with 46 points and just a point behind Bibiani Gold Stars, who lost 2-0 against Dreams FC. Basake Holy Stars, who lost three co...
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Hearts of Oak face off against Nations FC at Tuba Astroturf on Thursday
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Hearts of Oak face off against Nations FC at Tuba Astroturf on Thursday

Hearts of Oak will aim to end their three-game winless run when they welcome Nations FC to the Tuba Astro Turf on Thursday April 3, 2025. Hearts dropped yet another crucial point at Gold Stars FC for the third successive week (W2, D1, L2). They are currently 4th in the league table with 37 points, having scored 20 and conceded the joint least goals (13). The Phobians are among the top ten best home performers in the league this season, following four consecutive victories in their last five home fixtures. Aboubakar Ouattara’s men will be desperate to secure all the spoils on Wednesday. Nations FC have won one, drawn one and suffered three defeats in their last five league matches, having scored the second joint most goals (24) and conceded the second joint least goals (14). They a...
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Hearts of Oak’s Benjamin Asare Earns Maiden Black Stars Call-Up
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Hearts of Oak’s Benjamin Asare Earns Maiden Black Stars Call-Up

Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has received his first-ever call-up to the Ghana national team, the Black Stars. The in-form shot-stopper has been one of the standout players in the Ghana Premier League this season, registering an impressive 12 clean sheets. Asare’s consistent performances between the posts have played a crucial role in Hearts of Oak’s campaign, earning him recognition at the national level. His call-up presents a valuable opportunity to showcase his talent on the international stage as Ghana prepares for upcoming fixtures. With this selection, Benjamin Asare joins the ranks of home-based players making an impact on the Black Stars squad, further highlighting the strength of domestic football in Ghana. Fans will be eager to see if he can translate his club fo...
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MTN FA Cup Round of 16: Golden Kick stun Hearts of Oak to book quarterfinal spot
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MTN FA Cup Round of 16: Golden Kick stun Hearts of Oak to book quarterfinal spot

Accra Hearts of Oak were thrown out of this year's MTN FA Cup by Division One League side Golden Kick FC in the Round of 16. After the regulation time ended goalless, Golden Kick FC maintained their calm during the penalty shootouts to edge the 12-time winners, Hearts of Oak, 4-3 to progress to the quarterfinals Hearts of Oak played the majority of the second half with a man down after Theophilus Collison was sent off, which hampered their chances of winning the game. In other matches, Division One side Attram De Visser stunned Premier League opponents Bibiani Gold Stars to advance to the quarterfinals. After regulation time ended scoreless, Attram De Visser won the penalty shootouts 4-3 to edge Bibiani Gold Stars, who are second on the league table. Another shock in the Rou...
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Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak Unite to Demand Major Reforms in Ghana Premier League
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Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak Unite to Demand Major Reforms in Ghana Premier League

Ghanaian football giants Asante Kotoko and Accra Hearts of Oak have issued a joint statement calling for urgent reforms in the Ghana Premier League, including the establishment of an independent body to manage the competition. In the statement, signed by Nana Apinkra Akwasi Awua and Togbe Afede XIV, the two clubs emphasised the need for an autonomous league management body to take over the running of the league from the Ghana Football Association (GFA) as soon as possible. ” Among their key demands, Kotoko and Hearts are pushing for stricter adherence to stadium requirements, insisting that matches should only be played at venues that meet the necessary standards. They are also calling for an increased percentage of TV rights revenue to be allocated to clubs. Security at league ...
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Hearts and Kotoko Join Forces to Call for Increased Security in the Ghana Premier League
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Hearts and Kotoko Join Forces to Call for Increased Security in the Ghana Premier League

Asante Kotoko SC and Accra Hearts of Oak, Ghana's two most successful football teams, have united to demand increased security in the Ghana Premier League. Together, the two teams have written a position paper for the Ghana Football Association (GFA) that includes important suggestions for enhancing stadium safety. During a strategic meeting in Accra, representatives from the Hearts of Oak Board and Management and Asante Kotoko's Interim Management Committee (IMC) talked about the league's urgent problems, with security being a major concern. This action is taken in advance of their planned meeting with the Executive Committee of the GFA on Thursday, February 6, 2025. The recent tragic death of Nana Pooley, a loyal Asante Kotoko supporter, has increased the clubs' worries...
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Hearts of Oak Condemns Hooliganism After Violent Scenes in Kotoko-Nsoatreman Clash
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Hearts of Oak Condemns Hooliganism After Violent Scenes in Kotoko-Nsoatreman Clash

Accra Hearts of Oak has strongly condemned the rising incidents of hooliganism in the Ghana Premier League following the violent clashes that marred the game between Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman FC at the Nana Koramansah Park. The club expressed deep concern over the chaotic scenes that led to injuries and the tragic death of a Kotoko supporter, emphasising the need for immediate action to curb violence in Ghanaian football. In a statement, Hearts of Oak reaffirmed their commitment to fair play and sportsmanship, stressing that football should unite rather than divide people. “United by the game, not divided by violence. Let’s all stand up against hooliganism,” the club declared, urging all stakeholders to work together to eliminate unruly behaviour from the sport. The club ack...
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Hearts of Oak lock horns with Hearts of Lions Tonight
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Hearts of Oak lock horns with Hearts of Lions Tonight

Hearts of Oak will hope to get back to winning ways when they welcome Heart of Lions to the University of Ghana Stadium on Friday evening. Hearts  dropped yet another vital points on the road as they drew 1-1 at Basake Holy Stars. The Phobians know they need to improve and fast in order to boost their hopes of challenging for the Premier League crown. They’ve amassed 30 points and are currently occupying the 6th position in the table. They head into this fixture with two successive draws and three successive wins in the last five outings, having scored 16 and conceded 10. Aboubakar Ouattara’s men are the sixth weakest home performers in the league despite back-to-back victories in their previous home games. They will be eager to snatch all the spoils on Friday. Heart of Li...
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Asante Kotoko progress to next stage of MTN FA Cup
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Asante Kotoko progress to next stage of MTN FA Cup

Asante Kotoko are in the round of 16 of the MTN FA Cup after beating Kumasi based division two side, Acceler8z FC 2:0 in their round of 32 encounter at the Baba Yara Stadium. Two goals from Kwame Poku and Henry Ansu in either half was all the Porcupine Warriors needed to secure a place in the next stage of the competition. As nine times champions and a premier league side, many fans expected Kotoko to run over their opponents, but they needed additional time to put the game to bed in a match full of suspense. Despite going ahead in the 42nd minute, Kotoko struggled to put the game beyond a team in the wilderness, leaving their fans to sit on tenterhooks for most part of the match until Ansu dashed any hope of a come-back for their opponents six minutes into injury time. The fir...
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MTN FA R32: Hearts, Kotoko cruise into round of 16 after impressive wins
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MTN FA R32: Hearts, Kotoko cruise into round of 16 after impressive wins

 The Round 32 of the 2024-25 MTN FA Cup took a centre stage this weekend, with some intriguing outcomes at various match venues. Accra Hearts of Oak, the record FA Cup holders, advanced to the round of 16 after defeating Division One  side Home Stars 3-0 at Legon Sports Stadium. Enoch Asubonteng, Mawuli Wayo, and Martin Karikari each scored a goal in the second half to give the Phobians a decisive victory over their opponents. It was the Phobians' fourth consecutive win in all competitions, as they aim for the Ghana Premier League trophy and the FA Cup this season. Kumasi Asante Kotoko defeated Division Two club Accler8z FC 2-0 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday.   Ansu Henry and Kwame Poku both scored a goal to help the Porcupine Warriors advance to the next round. T...
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