GPL Week 9: Kotoko suffers her second loss in a row; Hearts win in Tarkwa

Simon Asare

Accra, November 3, GNA – Kumasi Asante Kotoko suffered their first home setback of the season with a 1-0 defeat against Kpando Heart of Lions at the Obuasi Len Clay Sports Stadium.

Kwadwo Obeng Jnr’s first-half goal for Heart of the Lions secured all three points for his side, who have proven to be a difficult team for the Porcupine Warriors in recent matches.

Kotoko suffered their second defeat in a row after last week’s loss to Legon Cities which saw them drop to third place.

After losing to Gold Stars last week, Accra Hearts of Oak bounced back with a stunning 2-0 win over Medeama SC at the TNA Stadium.

Kwabena Boateng and Mawuli Wayo hit the target for the Phobians to claim their third win of the season and move up to eighth in the standings.

League leaders Bibiani Gold Stars dropped points at home for the first time this season after losing to struggling Dreams FC.

Dreams FC were reduced to 10 men after Richmond Tetteh was sent off in the first half but the Gold Stars were unable to capitalize.

Nations FC, who have the league’s best away record this season, took three points away against Karela United.

Faisal Charveti’s superb strike for Nations FC was enough to earn them maximum points, propelling them into second position, three points behind league leaders Gold Stars.

Accra Lions recorded their fourth straight draw after being held to defending Ghana Premier League champions Samartex at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.

Abdul Sean Abubakari gave the Lions the lead in the first half but a late goal from Samartex’s Benedict Afful ensured the victories were shared in the end.

Some results from week nine:

• Asante Kotoko 0-1 Heart of Lions
• Berekum Chelsea 2-2 Holy Stars
• Gold Stars 0-0 Dreams FC
• Karela United 0-1 Nations FC
• Nsoatreman 2-2 Bechem United
• Vision FC 0-0 Aduana FC
• Accra Lions 1-1 Samartex, 1996
• Medeama SC 0-2 Hearts of Oak

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