While the second round of the premiership returns this week, the top three meeting between Heart of Lions and Hearts of Oak takes centre stage in the Glo Premier League.

The in-form Phobians topping the chasing pack by a nine-point lead will travel to Kpando on Sunday as they seek to consolidate their position at the summit of the standings.

A 10-point gap separates both sides with Lions desirous of finding the form that once saw them sit at the top of the table.

Lions have since seen their chances fade as they hold onto third place but are confident of putting the brakes on Kosta Papic’s side.

Second-placed King Faisal will keep their chase on when they play struggling side, Real Tamale United at the Baba Yara Stadium.

Champions Asante Kotoko, holed up in fourth place will be aiming to go one step better when they travel to the Swedru Park to play Gamba All Blacks.

The Black Magicians would look to complete a league double over the champions after stunning the Porcupine Warriors 0-2 in the reverse game at the Baba Yara Stadium in the first round.

Kotoko, whose hopes of successful title defence continues to look difficult would be keen to go for the three points against an All Blacks side fighting their way clear off the relegation zone.

At the Sekondi Sports Stadium, Hasaacas, third from bottom will have their work cut out if they are to avoid a further drop when they take on Berekum Chelsea.

AshantiGold who finished the first round strongly despite still caught up in the drop zone will play seventh-placed side, All Stars at the Len Clay Stadium.

Eleven Wise will visit the dreaded Golden City Park to play Arsenals who have remained unbeaten at home stretching over two seasons.

The Anane Boateng Park will host the game between Kessben FC and mid-table side Tema Youth.

Sporting Mirren, last on the table have a difficult job on their hands as their hopes of a second round revival starts with a game against Liberty Professionals at the Ohene Djan Stadium.