Hearts of Oak coach, Aboubakar Ouattara, is targeting finishing in the top four in the ongoing 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season.His remarks follow after his side recorded a 3-1 win against Accra Lions on Friday after in the Matchday 32 games at the Accra Sports Stadium.Speaking to the press after the game, Ouattara said, “It’s a very important victory for us because it has been a long we last won a number of games in the second round.“It’s very important for us because we need those three points. We have to go into the top four, we are trying and hoping that other teams don’t win [so that we go into the top four].“Of course, we know this team, and it is not easy to play this team because they have talent, but we worked on it. They worked well, but the most important thing is the goal, and we got it," he added.Hearts of Oak remain in the 5th position with 52 points and will face Legon Cities before wrapping up their campaign a home game against FC Samartex.

A thrilling showdown is on the cards this Sunday at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex in Abrankese, as league leaders Nations FC take on reigning champions FC Samartex 1996 in a pivotal Ghana Premier League matchday 32 fixture.In just their second season in the top division, Nations continue to impress, maintaining their place at the top of the table with only three matches remaining.They’ve been in stellar form, securing six victories, a draw, and only one loss in their last eight games - form befitting a title contender.Their recent 4-1 thrashing of Legon Cities showcased their attacking strength and reinforced their championship aspirations.Equally notable is their dominance at home. Nations have won their past four home matches without conceding, making their Abrankese base a true fortress.Nonetheless, Samartex won’t be easy opponents. The title holders have tasted defeat just once in their last seven league games and bring valuable experience to the contest.However, their form away from home has been inconsistent, with only one win in their last five away fixtures - an area they'll need to improve if they aim to derail Nations' title push.A win for Nations would edge them closer...

Hearts of Lions president Dr. Randy Abbey is optimistic about the team's future, despite the challenging title push in the Ghana Premier League.With three games left, Hearts of Lions sit third on the league table, just three points behind leaders Nations FC.Dr. Abbey expressed his desire to win the league title and earn a spot in next season's CAF Champions League."I would want to win the league for the first time and also play in Africa [CAF Champions League]," he stated.Despite a tough run-in, Dr. Abbey is proud of the team's performance. "I'm pushing the boys and I'm proud of what they've achieved so far," he said.Dr. Abbey is confident that the team can build on their current performance in subsequent seasons."If we win the league, I'll be the happiest man on earth. But even if we don't, I'm impressed with the progress we've made and confident we can build on this in the coming seasons."Hearts of Lions face crucial matches ahead, starting with an away clash against Young Apostles this Sunday, followed by a home match against Bechem United, and ending with a potentially decisive fixture away to Nations FC.

Hearts of Lions owner and bankroller Dr. Randy Abbey has highlighted the challenges his team faces in the Ghana Premier League title race.With three games left, Hearts of Lions sit third on the league table, just three points behind leaders Nations FC.Dr. Abbey noted that his team has a tough schedule ahead, saying, "For all the teams in the title race, we arguably have the most difficult schedule. Before the last four games, we had three away and only one at home."Despite the challenge, Dr. Abbey remains ambitious, stating, "I would want to win the league for the first time and also play in Africa [CAF Champions League]." He expressed pride in the team's performance, saying, "I'm pushing the boys and I'm proud of what they've achieved so far."Hearts of Lions face crucial matches ahead, starting with an away clash against Young Apostles this Sunday, followed by a home match against Bechem United, and ending with a potentially decisive fixture away to Nations FC.Dr. Abbey's confidence in the team is evident as he looks to the future, saying, "If we win the league, I'll be the happiest man on earth. But even if we don't,...

Heart of Lions owner and bankroller Dr. Randy Abbey is aiming high as his team chases a historic Ghana Premier League title. With just three games left, Hearts of Lions sit third on the league table, three points behind leaders Nations FC.Dr. Abbey expressed his ambition to secure the league title and earn a spot in next season's CAF Champions League. "I would want to win the league for the first time and also play in Africa [CAF Champions League]," he stated.Despite a challenging schedule with three away fixtures and one home match remaining, Dr. Abbey is proud of the team's performance."For all the teams in the title race, we arguably have the most difficult schedule," he said.Dr. Abbey is pushing the team to achieve their goal, saying, "If we win the league, I'll be the happiest man on earth. But even if we don't, I'm impressed with the progress we've made and confident we can build on this in the coming seasons."Hearts of Lions face Young Apostles away this Sunday, followed by a home match against Bechem United, and a potentially decisive fixture away to Nations FC. Dr.Abbey's enthusiasm and confidence in the...

Hearts of Lions president Dr. Randy Abbey is thrilled about the team's title push in the Ghana Premier League. With three games left, Hearts of Lions sit third on the league table, just three points behind leaders Nations FC.Dr. Abbey expressed his desire to win the league title and earn a spot in next season's CAF Champions League. "I would want to win the league for the first time and also play in Africa [CAF Champions League]," he stated.Despite a tough run-in with three away fixtures and one home match remaining, Dr. Abbey is proud of the team's performance. "For all the teams in the title race, we arguably have the most difficult schedule," he said.Dr. Abbey's enthusiasm is evident as he pushes the team to achieve their goal. "If we win the league, I'll be the happiest man on earth. But even if we don't, I'm impressed with the progress we've made and confident we can build on this in the coming seasons."Hearts of Lions face crucial matches ahead, starting with an away clash against Young Apostles this Sunday, followed by a home match against Bechem United, and ending with a potentially decisive fixture away...

Nations FC coach Kasim Ocansey Mingle has set sights on securing maximum points over Samartex in the Ghana Premier League.In a highly competitive clash on Sunday, the Abrankese-based club will play host to the Timber Giants at the Dr Kwame Sports Complex.With three matches to end the season, Nations FC sit top of the Premier League standings, accumulating 57 points while Samartex sit sixth spot with 48 points.To keep their title ambitions alive, the former Bechem United trainer has targeted maximum points on home turf against the Sameraboi outfit.“We are preparing for the match. Samartex is a formidable team so we are preparing well to face them. We need victory against Samartex at all cost to cushion our league title ambitions. We have to win to maintain the lead”“Truth be told, there seems to be pressure but we will manage it. We thank our fans for the massive support throughout the season. We will need their presence at the Stadium on Sunday” he concluded.

Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko have set sights on securing the services of experienced attacker Joseph Esso in the upcoming transfer window.The Porcupine Warriors are keen on strengthening their attack for next season, and Esso, who currently plies his trade for Dreams FC has emerged as one of their top targets heading into the summer window.Esso rejoined the Still Believe lads in March 2024 and has since established himself as key member of the squad. This season, the 28-year-old has racked up 9 goals in 29 appearances in the Ghana Premier League.According to reports, negotiations are ongoing between Asante Kotoko and Dreams FC over a possible transfer in the impending window.Meanwhile, Dreams FC are said to be ready to cash in on enterprising attacker at the right price. At the moment, the club is focused in the remaining Ghana Premier League matches despite huge Kotoko interest in their player.Karim Zito, who recently joined Kotoko from Dreams FC is expected to play a huge role in the acquisition of Esso.With his wealth of experience in the domestic league, Esso could be a great addition to the Asante Kotoko squad should the move materialize.Esso is not...

Bibiani Gold Stars and Asante Kotoko will clash in the top fixture of the week at the Bibiani Park, with both sides keen to strengthen their title push.Gold Stars, currently second on the table, trail the leaders Nations FC by just a point, while Kotoko sit fourth, three points behind.This encounter comes five months after their last meeting in the Premier League, which saw Kotoko win 2-0. Bibiani Gold Stars approach this fixture with renewed belief after a narrow victory over Nsoatreman last Sunday.Asante Kotoko are also enjoying a strong run, securing back-to-back wins over Dreams FC and Berekum Chelsea, extending their unbeaten streak to four matches. However, they remain goalless in their last three away games, an issue that could test their attacking credentials in Bibiani.The head-to-head record slightly favours Kotoko, who have won three of their six encounters since March 2022, with the remaining three ending in draws. Across those matches, Gold Stars have managed just two goals, while Kotoko have scored ten.In 31 league games this season, Bibiani Gold Stars have recorded 16 wins, 8 draws, and 7 losses, scoring 31 goals and conceding only 19. Kotoko, on the other hand, have...

Aduana FC will host relegated Legon Cities at the Nana Agyemang Badu Park on Sunday in a fixture that holds far more significance for the home side.With three matches left, Aduana sit six points above the relegation zone and are determined to put daylight between themselves and the drop.Aduana remain heavy favourites to secure all three points, especially against a Legon Cities side already condemned to the second tier. The visitors have lost their last four matches, conceding in each, and come into this tie with little more than pride to play for.Aduana, meanwhile, are seeking a response following last weekend’s defeat to Accra Lions. Their defence, which has leaked goals in their last three games, will need to tighten up if they are to avoid any late-season surprises.Historically, Aduana have had the better of this fixture, winning three of the last six meetings, including a 1-0 victory in December 2024. Both sides have scored five goals across those encounters, but it’s Aduana’s consistency at home that should count on Sunday.With ten wins, eleven draws and ten losses this season, Aduana will see this as a must-win to all but seal their Premier League survival.

Barcelona will not be triggering the purchase option on Ghanaian midfielder Abdul Aziz Issah, drawing a sudden and disappointing close to what many believed would be the beginning of a fruitful European journey, SPORT has reported. Signing on loan in September 2024 from Dreams FC in Ghana, Issah's transfer to Catalonia was met with expectation.His involvement in first-team training sessions with Hansi-Dieter Flick early on raised expectations, with the perception that the club had discovered a gem.Reality at his time at Barcelona, though, is otherwise. Issah played a total of 26 minutes in two matches for Barcelona Atletic - a glimpse of the potential that saw him stand out in Ghana's junior ranks.Despite a screaming need for options in midfield and injuries in the squad, he was left out of matchday squads for months on end, stoking speculation about his development and integration into the team.The contrast with his situation at Barcelona and his brilliance playing for Ghana at the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations could not be more stark.His form in the tournament resuscitated discussion of his potential, but not sufficiently to influence Barcelona's technical team.By letting his buyout clause expire, the...

Nations FC’s Rabin Ousmane Sanon has been honoured as the Ghana Premier League Goalkeeper of the Month for April by the Ex-National Goalkeepers Union (NEGO), marking his first recognition since joining the league.The Burkinabé shot-stopper delivered a series of strong performances, helping Nations FC secure 12 points from five matches. The team won four games and drew one, finishing the month at the top of the Premier League table.Sanon kept four clean sheets, with three coming consecutively against Karela United, Legon Cities, and Accra Lions. He conceded only one goal in the entire month, a 1-1 draw against Young Apostles.As part of the award package, Sanon will receive a pair of goalkeeper gloves, a branded towel, a water bottle, and a T-shirt, courtesy of the Ex-National Goalkeepers Union.

Accra Lions coach Rainer Kraft has stressed on the importance of the game against Hearts of Oak as the relegation-threatened side battle for survival. Lions will face their neighbours as visitors at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, May 23, 2025, for the matchday 32 encounter in the Ghana Premier League.Coach Kraft's team desperately need a win to keep their survival hopes alive with three games remaining to end the season.According to the German trainer, playing at the Accra Sports Stadium comes with some confidence. Accra Lions have won five of their last five matches at the venue."Just three games, if we win that game, we keep our chances to stay in the league, so for us it is a very very important game," he said during the pre-match interview."I also think for a big club like Hearts of Oak with a big fan base. It is important to show the fans what they are able to do and at least it is an Accra derby so I hope a lot of fans will come to give up the support," he added.Accra Lions head into the game after a morale-boost victory over Aduana Stars last...

The head coach of Hearts of Oak, Aboubakar Ouattara, has set his sights on guiding his team to pick all three points from their Ghana Premier League match against Accra Lions on Friday, May 23.Speaking in a pre-match interview on Thursday, Coach Ouattara indicated that his team has prepared well for what should be a tough game against the relegation-threatened opponent.“Accra Lions is a good team. This is not going to be a small match. It can be one of the toughest matches for both teams. I hope we can get the maximum points, but it’s going to be difficult,” Coach Aboubakar Ouattara said.Friday’s encounter between Hearts of Oak and Accra Lions in the Ghana Premier League will kick off at 4 pm at the Accra Sports Stadium.Hearts of Oak are in need of the three points to push for a top-four finish, while Accra Lions are targeting a win to improve their chances of escaping relegation at the end of the season.