Former Premier League side Real Tamale United bounced back from their previous defeat with a crucial 1-0 victory over city rivals Northern City FC at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium on Saturday.

Osman Zakaria scored the decisive goal in the 58th minute to secure all three points for RTU, who have now recorded two wins in their opening four league matches.

The win provides a timely boost for the Tamale-based side as they seek to close the gap on the Zone leaders.

Sankara Nationals continue perfect run with third consecutive win

Sankara Nationals continued their impressive start to the Zone One A campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Tamale City FC at the Yendi Youth Resource Centre on Saturday.

Asampana proved to be the match-winner, scoring in the 40th minute to give the hosts the lead before half-time.

Tamale City pushed hard for an equaliser after the break, but Sankara Nationals remained disciplined and resolute defensively to preserve their advantage and secure all three points.

The victory marks Sankara Nationals' third consecutive 1-0 win, underlining their consistency and defensive solidity. Sankara Nationals remain top of the Zone One A standings with 10 points from four matches.

Victory Club Warriors thrash Yapei FC to stay top of Zone One B

Victory Club Warriors produced a dominant second-half display to secure an emphatic 4-1 comeback victory over Yapei FC at the Wenchi Sports Complex on Saturday.

Yapei FC took the lead in the 30th minute through Abdul Mumeen Musah, but Victory Club Warriors responded just before the break when Robert Agu drew his side level in the 41st minute.

Agu then converted a penalty two minutes into the second half to complete his brace and put the hosts ahead. Mahama Sumaila extended the advantage in the 58th minute before Majid Adam rounded off the scoring in the 78th minute.

The result further strengthens Victory Club Warriors' position at the top of the Zone One B standings with 10 points after Matchweek 4.

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