Accra, Feb. 16, – Hearts of Oak revived their title hopes with a dramatic 1-0 victory over rivals Asante Kotoko at Baba Yara Stadium, ending Kotoko's home invincibility despite playing with 10 men for most of the match.
Baba Adamu's 14th-minute looping header beat Kotoko keeper Mohammed Camara. Hearts' Emmanuel Amankwah was red-carded for a second bookable offence, but Man of the Match Benjamin Asare preserved the lead with key saves.
Standings Impact:
Hearts rise to 2nd (39 points), 5 behind leaders Medeama
Kotoko drop to 5th (35 points)
Week 22 Results
| Match | Score |
|---|---|
| Asante Kotoko | 0-1 Hearts of Oak |
| Bechem United | 1-0 Young Apostles |
| Berekum Chelsea | 2-1 Heart of Lions |
| Bibiani Gold Stars | 3-0 Basake Holy Stars |
| Dreams FC | 0-1 Karela United |
| Hohoe United | 2-1 Nations FC |
| Swedru All Blacks | 1-0 FC Samartex |
| Medeama SC | 1-1 Aduana FC |
Tarkwa Highlight: Leaders Medeama dropped points after Captain Yussif Mubarik missed a late penalty.
Hohoe United snapped a nine-match winless streak (2-1 vs Nations FC), while Karela United shocked Dreams FC with a late Ali Alhassan winner.
GHBUSS
16 Feb. 2026
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