Mawuli Wayo’s intelligent press sparked the move, winning possession and setting up Issah for a simple finish in the sixth minute of the game, 1-0.

Samartex threatened to equalize, but Solomon Agbasi’s goalkeeping heroics kept the home team’s lead intact.

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Despite dominating possession, Didi Dramani’s side struggled to extend their lead, with George Paaku and Theophilus Collison missing a host of chances.

The visiting team applied a late surge for an  equalizer but the Kelvin Osei-Asibey’s marshalled his defensive unit to repel the constant wave of attack.

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The win lifts, Hearts of Oak to 5th as they travel away to Tarkwa to face Medeama SC while Samartex, 7th on the log will face Young Apostles  in game week seventeen of at the Nsenkyire Arena.

By: Andrews Addotey

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Tarkwa based Medeama are yet to lose a game at home this season in the ongoing Ghana Premier League season, topsides Hearts and Kotoko have even fallen to their knees in their recent visits to the Akoon Community Park, the home venue of the Mauve and Yellow side. But their recent loss at the hands of former Premier League winners will remain fresh in their minds as they take on Bechem United in a midweek fixture.



This season, Samuel Boadu boys, have so far given it their best shot at the league even though there are equally talented sides but their current position third (3rd) is no fluke, as they have played so well anytime they take to the pitch. One man that needs a pat on the back, Prince Opoku Agyemang, has been in blistering form for the Tarwka outfit scoring five goals in seven games.

Their opponents Bechem United, are the first side to beat “Giant Slayers”, Berekum Chelsea this season, which is an immense achievement by all standards after seven rounds of games in the league. The away side currently occupies the fourth (4th) spot with 13 points the same as Medeama who have a better goal advantage. One plus is their ability to play solidly and move in numbers when attacking which will be a serious headache for any porous side they meet in the league.

These two promising setups in the ongoing Ghana Premier League have played each other in the past seasons, fifteen (15) times, Medeama(5) whiles Bechem United have won six (6) of the duels with two (2) ending in a stalemate.

The pair are major contenders for the league on any day. The home side, Medeama will knick a win but it won’t come on an easy turf against Bechem United who are a very difficult side to play though they are not the best of travelers.

Predictions

Medeama SC 2 – 1

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Match Officials for Ghana Premier League week seven fixtures have been announced.

1. Match :ADUANA STARS Vs MEDEAMA SC Venue: Nana Agyemang Badu II Park Referee: Charles Bulu Asst 1: Emmanuel Dolagbanu Asst 2: Alex Osam 4th Ref: Julian Nunoo M/C : Awudu Djan

2. Match : BECHEM Vs CHELSEA Venue: Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park Referee: George N. Vormawah Asst 1: Emml Allon Tebson Asst 2: Kofi Nyarko Bakai 4th Ref: Kenny Padi M/C : Augustine Asante

3. Match : ASANTE KOTOKO Vs LIBERTY PROFESSIONALS Venue: Baba Yara Sports Stadium Referee: Bashiru Dauda Asst 1: Alhassan Abdulai Asst 2: Seidu Dauda 4th Ref: Mohammed Misbau M/C : Mark Koudua

4. Match :DREAMS FC Vs HEARTS OF OAK Venue: Theatre of Dreams – Dawu Referee: Eso Doh Morrison Asst 1: Paul Atimaka Asst 2: Shine Ayitey 4th Ref: Thomas Alibo M/C : Nana Opare Akufu

5. Match :ELMINA SHARKS Vs ELEVEN WONDERS Venue: Nduom Sports Stadium Referee: Maxwell Hansen Asst 1: Cephas Barlow Asst 2:Roland Addy 4th Ref: Emmanuel Eshun M/C : Kwabena A.Sarpong

6. Match :INTER ALLIES Vs KING FAISAL Venue: Accra Sports Stadium Referee: Martin Akudzi Asst 1: Suleman Salau Deen Asst 2: Mumuni Fuseini 4th Ref: Bernard Dumfe M/C : Joseph Yebour Acheampong

7. Match : GREAT OLYMPICS Vs WAFA Venue: Accra Sports Stadium Referee: Abdulai Hamid Sesay Asst 1: Kofi Kyei Andoh Asst 2: Frederick Danful 4th Ref: Samadji Joshua M/C : Abaidoo Mensah

8. Match : KARELA UNOTED Vs LEGON CITIES Venue: Akoon Park -Tarkwa Referee: Bismark Appiah Asst 1: Isaac Nyamekye Asst 2: Emmanuel Dei 4th Ref: Eric Owusu Prempeh M/C : Mike Amechior

9. Match :ASHGOLD Vs EBUSUA DWARFS Venue: Len Clay Sports Stadium Referee: Benjamin K.Sefa Asst 1: Tijani Mohammed Asst 2: Papala Patrick 4th Ref: Jones Akubiem M/C : Collins Adu Yebour

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In separate charges Mr. Boakye Ansah and Mr. Isaac Donkor aka Perusha allegedly invaded the inner perimeter during Kotoko’s match against Berekum Chelsea and forcefully gave instructions to Ampem Dacosta, a player of the Club who was shown a red card, not to obey the Referee’s decision.

The Club’s Officials’ actions brought the game to a temporary halt, which eventually gave Kotoko’s supporters the zeal to agitate contrary to Regulation 34(1)(a) of GFA Premier League Regulations.

Mr. Boakye Ansah and Mr. Donkor’s actions were also deemed to have incited players against other players or match officials because of their decisions or encouraged an unhealthy demonstration in whatever form contrary to Regulation 34(1)(b) of GFA Premier League Regulations.

Both officials of the Club are deemed to have misconducted themselves though their alleged offensive conducts and improper behavior.

Should Mr. Boakye Ansah and Mr. Isaac Donkor accept the charges against them, they will serve a ban of 5 matches each from all football-related activities and liable to fines of GHc5000 each in accordance with Article 34(7) of the GFA Premier League Regulations.

The two Asante Kotoko Officials have within two days to either accept the charge and immediately comply with the sanctions and that will end this matter or otherwise proceed to submit their Statements of Defence.

In case the two officials decide to proceed to the Disciplinary Committee, should the prosecution be successful at the Disciplinary Committee, the Prosecution shall pray the Disciplinary Committee for the imposition of the maximum sanctions as set out by the GFA Statutes, Disciplinary Code and Regulations.

The Prosecution will rely on the evidence in the reports of the Referee, the Match Commissioner, any witness(es) and video of the match.

The two Officials are to submit a written response to the charges by close of work, Friday, January 24, 2020, on or before 5 pm at the GFA Secretariat or through email address to the Disciplinary Committee, dc@ghanafa.org failing which the Disciplinary Committee shall proceed to adjudicate the case without a Statement of Defence.

Should this matter proceed to the Disciplinary Committee, it will hear the case on Friday, January 24, 2020, at 5:05 pm at the GFA Secretariat if the Club is present or not.

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The results of Match Week four of the Ghana Premier League are in; Ashgold and Aduana fail to maintain their perfect start to the season, Asante Kotoko suffers another defeat and more.

Inter Allies 2-3 Elmina Sharks



Inter Allies suffered their third defeat of the season when they hosted Elmina Sharks in a game filled with goals. Benjamin Tweneboah, Bernand Boateng and Raphael Ocloo were on target for the away side while Victorien Adebayor and Samuel Armah scored for the home side.

Berekum Chelsea 1-0 Dreams FC

Berekum Chelsea move to 3rd in the Ghana Premier League after snatching a win against Dreams FC on Wednesday. Fuseini Zakaria’s strike was the difference in Berekum.

King Faisal 2-2 Bechem United

King Faisal registered their first point in the Ghana Premier League after they were held at home by Bechem United on Wednesday. Bechem United came from behind twice to snatch a point. Kwame Prepah and Ibrahim Osman were on target for the home side while Prince Kwabena’s brace helped Bechem secure a point.

Medeama 1-0 Asante Kotoko

Prince Opoku’s early penalty strike handed Asante Kotoko their second defeat in a row in the Ghana Premier League. Medeama stood firm to deny the Porcupines from securing any point in Tarkwa. Imoro Ibrahim’s red card surely made it difficult for Kotoko to get back in the game.

Ebusua Dwarfs 1-2 Liberty Professionals

Ebusua Dwarfs suffer their fourth defeat in a row as they fall again against Liberty Professionals on Wednesday. Seidu Abubakar scored the only goal for Ebusua while Mubarak Alhassan and Rudolf Mensah were on target for the away team.

WAFA 0-0 Hearts of Oak

Hearts of Oak held WAFA to a goalless draw at Sogakope on Wednesday as they continue to find their feet in the Ghana Premier League. WAFA currently sit 5th and Hearts 12th on the Ghana Premier League table.

Eleven Wonders 1-0 Aduana Stars

Godfred Asamoah’s goal handed Eleven Wonders a huge three points against high flying Aduana Stars on Wednesday at Techiman. Mohammed Yahaya led Aduana failed to continue with their fine start to the season as the slip to 3rd in the league table.

Legon Cities 0-0 Ashantigold

Legon Cities were strong enough to stop Ashantigold on Wednesday in the Match Week Four fixture of the Ghana Premier League. Both teams settled for a goalless draw at the Accra Sports Stadium.

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Here is the table of the Ghana Premier League:

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The Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia will grace the launch of the 2019/2020 Ghana Football Season at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday as the Special Guest.

The Vice President leads the list of distinguished guests invited to grace the event, which will usher in the return of domestic league after nearly two seasons break.

The guest list, also includes Sports Minister, Hon. Isaac Asiamah, as well as executives from the corporate community.

All of the GFA’s competitions will be launched together, with the Ghana Premier League scheduled to kick off next weekend.

The other competitions are the Division One League, Women’s Premier League, as well as Men and Women’s FA Cup.

Apart from the Premier League which kicks off next weekend, all the other competitions will start early next year.

The event will be held at the Sports Hall of the Accra Sports Stadium from 5:p.m. on Friday December 20, 2019.

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Ghana Premier League side Berekum Chelsea have announced the signing of forward Kwesi Sefah Biney. 

The youngster joined the club from Division One side Wamanfo Mighty Royals on a three-year deal.

The striker has been signed to boost the club attacking option ahead of the start of the 2019/20 Ghana Premier League season.

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“Berekum Chelsea wishes to announce the signing of Striker Kwesi Sefah Biney – from division one club Wamanafo Mighty Royals on a 3-year permanent deal,” the club announced on Twitter.

The 2010 Ghana Premier League champions have been busy in the transfer window, bringing in new players ahead of the new season.

Chelsea have already signed Dreams FC midfielder James Wiafe on loan and are almost set to complete the signing of Kotoko shot-stopper Dan Lad Ibrahim.

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