From one defeat to the other is the striking story of Hearts of Oak’s title defence in the Glo Premier League so far.

Though it’s early days yet in the season, the Phobians suffered their second successive defeat in midweek to King Faisal as the Kumasi-based side handed the champions a 2-0 beating at the Ohene Djan Stadium.

Second half efforts from Frank Acheampong and Prince Arkoh sealed the fate of Egyptian coach Ayman El Yamani's side despite an off-season of massive player recruitment.

While the champions struggled, their rivals, Asante Kotoko picked up their first victory after beating Eleven Wise 2-1 at the Baba Yara Stadium.

Kotoko opened the scoring three minutes into the start of the game with Yayaha Ganni heading home from close range but Wise drew level on the stroke of halftime through Nurudeen Yusif.

Back from the break, Kabiru Imoro scored Kotoko’s second of the afternoon on the 48 minutes.

In Sekondi, Hasaacas finally put the brakes on Heart of Lions’ fine form as the off-season champions were beaten 3-2.

Kessben FC moved top of the standings as beating newly promoted Accra Great Olympics 2-0 at the Anane Boateng Stadium.

Chelsea claimed the bragging rights in the derby game at the Coronation Park after defeating Berekum Arsenals 2-0.

Aaron Amoah scored New Edubiase’s first premiership goal as the league debutants claimed 1-0 win over Real Tamale United at the Len Clay Stadium.

AshantiGold continued with their fine start to the campaign beating All Stars 2-0 in Wa and keep pace with the top four.

Aduana Stars and Liberty Professionals played out a goalless drawn game at the Dormaa Park as the league enters match-day-3 this weekend.