In-form Sankara Nationals bounced back from their first defeat of the campaign with a hard-earned 1-0 away victory over former Premier League side Real Tamale United FC at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium on Sunday.
Abdul Aziz Sheeka Ali proved to be the difference maker, scoring the decisive goal in the 24th minute to secure all three points for Sankara Nationals. The victory takes Sankara Nationals to 19 points from eight matches, extending their lead at the summit of Zone One A.
Wamanafo Mighty Royals continued their resurgence in the league, maintaining their position at the top of Zone One B following a hard-fought 1-0 home victory over struggling Techiman Eleven Wonders FC at Adehyiman Park on Sunday.
After a goalless first half, Abdulai Yahaya Mutawakiru finally broke the deadlock in the 58th minute, scoring the match winner to help his side snatch all three points. Wamanafo Mighty Royals remain at the summit in Zone One B with 16 points from eight matches.
Newly promoted Berekum City FC produced a sensational attacking display to record an emphatic 5-0 home victory over fellow debutants Kalibi SC at the Kurt E.S. Okraku Technical Centre in Winkogo on Sunday.
Emmanuel Kwakye opened the scoring for Berekum City FC in the 25th minute before George Nsiah doubled their advantage to give the hosts a comfortable 2-0 lead at the break. Berekum City FC continued their dominance after recess, with Prince Gbedzo extending the lead in the 64th minute. Martin Osei Takyi added the fourth goal with a stunning effort in the 71st minute before Prince Ntori put the icing on the cake to complete the rout in the 89th minute.
The resounding victory takes Berekum City FC to 13 points from eight matches, lifting them to third place in the Zone One A league table.
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