The Ghana Premier League returns this weekend after a month-long break, with thrilling fixtures lined up in Week 23.
Hearts of Oak vs. Young Apostles
Hearts of Oak tackle Young Apostles on the University of Ghana Stadium, a venue that was beforehand deemed unfit however has now been accepted following discussions with the Club Licensing Board.
The Phobians come into this fixture in robust kind, extending their unbeaten run to 6 matches with a 1-0 win over Heart of Lions on January 31. Their defensive solidity has been a key issue, maintaining 4 consecutive clear sheets. Adding to their confidence, Hearts secured a 2-1 away victory in opposition to Young Apostles in October 2024.
However, Young Apostles are additionally in fine condition, successful back-to-back video games in opposition to Nations FC and Nsoatreman. They stay unbeaten of their final 4 matches, although their defence has proven vulnerability, conceding of their final three away fixtures.
Asante Kotoko vs. Legon Cities
Asante Kotoko return to the Baba Yara Stadium to face Legon Cities, with added motivation to honour their late supporter, Nana Pooley.
Legon Cities received the reverse fixture 2-1 on October 30, 2024, and their current conferences have been evenly contested. Since April 2022, each groups have claimed two wins every, with two video games ending in attracts. Kotoko have scored 9 objectives in these encounters, whereas Legon Cities have netted eight.
Kotoko might be desirous to bounce again from a 1-0 defeat to Nsoatreman on February 2. Despite that setback, they’ve loved a strong marketing campaign, successful 10 of their 19 matches, drawing 4, and shedding 5. The Porcupine Warriors have scored 21 objectives (1.11 per match) whereas conceding simply 13 (0.68 per match).
A carefully fought battle is predicted, however Kotoko might be decided to ship a robust efficiency in reminiscence of their departed fan.
Full Fixtures
BY: MUTALA YAKUBU