Premier League: Medeama go three clear as Hearts of Oak recover and Bechem stage stunning comeback
Medeama strengthened their position at the top of the Premier League with a commanding 3-1 victory over Heart of Lions, while Hearts of Oak returned to winning ways and Bechem United produced an impressive comeback on an eventful Matchday Six.
Emmanuel Annor opened the scoring before Kingsley Braye struck twice in the 64th and 65th minutes to secure Medeama’s victory against Heart of Lions at the TnA Stadium.
The Phobians climbed to second after Frank Duku’s header earned them a hard-fought 1-0 win over newly promoted Port City, ending their two-game winless run.
Bechem United delivered one of the weekend’s most dramatic performances, fighting back from a 2-1 deficit to defeat Vision FC 4-2. Yaw Acheampong equalised before Kofi Tompuo restored the hosts’ lead late on, with an own goal in stoppage time sealing the victory.
Young Apostles ended their three-match losing streak with a 1-0 win over Aduana FC, courtesy of Samuel Prempeh’s penalty just before half-time. The result halted Aduana’s three-game winning run.
Kwame Opoku scored twice to inspire Bibiani Gold Stars to a vital 2-0 victory over Basake Holy Stars at Dun’s Park, lifting the Miners out of the relegation zone and into 14th place.
Karela United completed the weekend’s round-up of winners with a 1-0 victory over Dreams FC. Malik Abubakar scored the decisive goal, giving Karela their third consecutive home win.
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