Hearts of Oak goalkeeper and captain, Benjamin Asare, is bracing for a challenging encounter when his side takes on Berekum Chelsea on Matchday 31 of the Ghana Premier League.The Phobians will travel to the Golden City Park on Sunday for the fixture, and Asare believes the clash will be anything but easy.“We are not expecting an easy game, but we are working hard to ensure we can secure victory,” Asare, who serves as the skipper for the side told Hearts TV.Asare also addressed the team’s ongoing struggles in front of goal, admitting that a lack of clinical finishing has been a persistent issue this season.“We are not under any pressure, but our major worry is that we are not able to score goals. But in training, everybody is very fit for the game,” he added.Kick-off for the highly anticipated match is set for 15:00 GMT on Sunday.

Hearts of Oak captain, Benjamin Asare, says the team is focused on winning their remaining four matches in the ongoing 2024/25 Ghana Premier League to secure a respectable position on the league table.The Phobian Club, after 30 games played, sit 6th on the league log with 46 points, eight points behind league leaders, Nations FC.Speaking to Hearts TV ahead of their Matchday 31 game against Berekum Chelsea on Sunday at the Golden City Park, the 31-year-old goalkeeper admitted that while the team was not pleased with their recent goalless draw against arch-rivals Asante Kotoko, they were determined to finish the season on a positive note.“So far, with determination, we hope to win all three points in the rest of the matches so we can finish in a good position,” the Black Stars goalkeeper said.Kick-off for the game is scheduled for 15:00 GMT.

Ghanaian football legend Charles Taylor has made a startling revelation about his time with the national U-17 team, admitting he was 20 years old when he featured for the side.His confession comes in the wake of the Black Satellites’ early exit from the ongoing U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament, sparking renewed conversations about age fraud in Ghanaian football.Speaking in an interview with Accra-based Angel TV, the former Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko star explained that the absence of strict age verification systems at the time allowed many overaged players, including himself, to represent junior national teams."If you pick players with original U15 years to play, they cannot even kick a ball. Although we have such teams, I doubt their ages. I also played for the national U17 team, but I was older than that age. Those who played on the team were five or more years older," Taylor said.He emphasized the need for football authorities to implement effective mechanisms to curb age fraud, arguing that genuine talent development depends on honesty in player ages."I was 20 years old while playing for the team, and nothing stopped me from playing. If we want...

Berekum Chelsea welcome Hearts of Oak to the Golden City Park in a crucial Ghana Premier League Round 31 clash, with both sides aiming to bounce back from inconsistent runs in recent weeks. Chelsea sit 10th on the table and will look to make the most of their impressive home form to keep climbing the standings.The Blues have been formidable at home, going unbeaten in their last ten league fixtures at the Golden City Park - a streak that reflects their stronghold on home turf.In their last six matches, Chelsea have secured three wins, all of which came at home, and three defeats - all away - underscoring their home advantage.Notably, they earned wins over Nations FC, Bechem United, and Heart of Lions recently, showing signs of resilience and grit.On the other hand, Hearts arrive in Berekum desperate for a spark.The Phobians are winless in their last six away matches, managing only four draws and suffering two defeats.Their current form is also worrying, with no victory in their last four games (3 draws, 1 loss), which has seen them drop to 6th on the table.With both teams eager to end the season on...

Hearts of Oak coach Aboubakar Ouattara has set sights on securing victory against Berekum Chelsea in the Ghana Premier League.The Phobians travels to Berekum to face Chelsea in a highly competitive matchday 31 of the domestic top-flight.Speaking ahead of the game, the Ivorian tactician insisted his outfit will give their all to amass maximum points in the match.“We will fight to get maximum points against Berekum Chelsea” he said at a pre-match conference highlighting his outfits’ readiness for the game.“Chelsea have one of the best coaches in the country. We know it’s going to be a difficult game. We are not thinking about the record, our focus is on the three maximum points. Chelsea will be yearning for the points but we are going to give our best to get better results”Hearts of Oak are currently sixth on the Ghana Premier League standings, accumulating 46 points while Berekum Chelsea sit 11th on the standings with 41 points after 30 matches into the campaign.

Ghanaian giants Hearts of Oak have started negotiations with enterprising defender Konadu Yiadom, to extend his expiring contract.Yiadom’s contract will expire at the end of the season, making him eligible to leave as a free agent. The 24-year-old can join any club of his choice on a free transfer with many clubs jostling for his services.According to reports, the Phobians has begun discussions with the former WAFA defender with the hope that he will agree to continue his trade with the club.As it stands now, both parties have yet to agree on a deal but Hearts of Oak remains defiant the defender will stay.The highly-rated defender has made just 15 appearances in the Ghana Premier League for Hearts of Oak, delivering an assist across the period.The former Black Galaxies centre-back joined the rainbow boys in August 2022 and established himself as a key member of the team.Yiadom spent last season on loan at Ukrainian club Kryvbas Kryvyi, but struggled to make impact, forcing his return to Hearts of Oak at the beginning of the 2024/25 campaign.

Former Hearts of Oak star Bernard Don Bortey has challenged current players of the club to take more responsibility on the pitch.Don Bortey said the players are not children and should not rely on the coach to guide every move."You are not a 12 year old child who is now been taught how to play football. What I will say is the football is in them they should shake themselves a little bit," as aired by Peace FM.Hearts of Oak have struggled with form this season in the Ghana Premier League, leaving many fans frustrated. The team currently sits 6th on the league table with 46 points from 30 games.With just four matches left, their hopes of winning the title are fading fast.Bortey urged the players to work harder for the club, reminding them of the responsibility that comes with wearing the famous jersey.Hearts of Oak will next face Berekum Chelsea on May 18.

Former Hearts of Oak star Bernard Don Bortey has challenged current players of the club to take more responsibility on the pitch.Don Bortey said the players are not children and should not rely on the coach to guide every move."You are not a 12 year old child who is now been taught how to play football. What I will say is the football is in them they should shake themselves a little bit," as aired by Peace FM.Hearts of Oak have struggled with form this season in the Ghana Premier League, leaving many fans frustrated. The team currently sits 6th on the league table with 46 points from 30 games.With just four matches left, their hopes of winning the title are fading fast.Bortey urged the players to work harder for the club, reminding them of the responsibility that comes with wearing the famous jersey.Hearts of Oak will next face Berekum Chelsea on May 18.

Former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Hearts of Oak, Harry Zakour wants the club to finish the Ghana Premier League on a high, urging the Phobians to focus on top four finish.With four matches to end the campaign, the Ghanaian giants find themselves in the sixth position of the league standings, accumulating 46 points.However, Harry Zakour has implored his former outfit to remain focus in order to finish the season in a respectable position.“Last season, the club underperformed and finished in an unpleasant position. However, this year, the team has shown significant improvement. With only a few matches remaining, they are in a much better position. Considering their current standing, they should aim to finish third or fourth in the league. It's crucial for them to maintain their focus and continue pushing forward to secure a strong finish” he said in an interview with Kessben FM.Hearts of Oak will travel to face Berekum Chelsea in matchday 31 of the Ghana Premier League campaign on Sunday.

Hearts of Oak shot stopper, Benjamin Asare, will be honoured by the Ghana National Ex. Goalkeepers Union at the Sunlodge hotel  on Tuesday May 20, 2025. The event, which will take place at 10am Tuesday morning has been necessitated by Asare’s exploits at both club and national team levels. The occasion is expected to bring  together legends of Ghana's footballing past—the former national goalkeepers. Their mission is to honor the current Black Stars goalkeeper, a rising star who has captured the hearts of fans with his remarkable skills and unwavering dedication.This  initiative is  spearheaded by the Chairman of the group, Mr Adjei Agyeman, former Ashgold goalkeeper.  Having donned the national jersey with pride during his time at then Obuasi Goldfields, Adjei Agyeman understands the weight of legacy and the importance of mentorship.In a telephone conversation with Adjei Agyeman he said “ We started this group with the objective of improving the goalkeeping departments of our domestic league as well as the national teams.” “Our initiative led to the monthly best goalkeeper award scheme in the ongoing Ghana Premier League aimed at motivating the younger generation of goalkeepers and improve standards .” “Benjamin Asare has been outstanding and we...

Hearts of Oak head coach Aboubakar Ouattara remains optimistic that the club will challenge for titles soon.The Phobian Club, having ended last season without a trophy, the club is likely to end the ongoing 2024/25 Ghana football season without a trophy.Despite the challenges, Ouattara, speaking on Asempa FM, said, “A time will come when Hearts of Oak will rise again and perform excellently. It will feel like magic – a true moment of transformation and evolution.”As the Ghana Premier League heads into its final stages, the Ivorian manager says they are eyeing a strong finish.“We’re taking each game seriously. Our goal is to win all remaining matches and finish strong,” he assured.He also revealed that there will be an introspection should they end the season without a trophy.“If we don’t win the league, we must reflect deeply and ask: What went wrong?” he added.Hearts of Oak will make a trip to face Berekum Chelsea at the Golden City Park in the Matchday 31 games.

Former Accra Hearts of Oak and Ghana international midfielder Charles Allotey has harshly criticized the club's head coach, Aboubakar Ouattara.Allotey described Ouattara as "the lowest coach in Ghana," citing the team's poor performance this season.Allotey expressed his disappointment with Ouattara's tactics, saying, "He's a failure; what has he taught the players?" He pointed to the recent goalless Super Clash against Asante Kotoko as evidence of the team's struggles under Ouattara's leadership.Allotey raised concerns about the team's lack of attacking urgency, noting that the strikers seemed more focused on defense. "Nobody looked like they wanted to score. How can a team like Hearts of Oak be so timid on the ball?" he questioned.Allotey urged the Hearts board to take action, drawing comparisons with Asante Kotoko, who recently sacked their head coach."If Kotoko can act, why can’t Hearts? This coach doesn’t understand the club, and the players don’t understand what he wants. It’s time for a new direction."

The Communications Director of Asante Kotoko, Samuel Sarfo Duku, has stressed that the club is determined to clinch both the Ghana Premier League and MTN FA Cup trophies at the end of the 2024/25 football season.Despite enduring difficult times in the ongoing campaign, the Porcupine Warriors are still in a good position to win the double.Last Sunday, Asante Kotoko secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Berekum Chelsea to reach the finals of the MTN FA Cup, where they will face off with lower-division outfit Golden Kick.In the Ghana Premier League, Kotoko remains in contention for the trophy with four matches left to be played.The club sits fourth in the Ghana Premier League table with 51 points, just five points behind Bibiani Gold Stars, the team leading the table.Although it will be tough, Sarfo Duku is confident Asante Kotoko can defy the odds to not just clinch the Ghana Premier League title but to win the MTN FA Cup as well.“Our goal of winning the double remains intact, and that is our primary focus right now,” the club's Communications Director said in an interview with Akoma FM.Next up in the Ghana Premier League, Kotoko...

Former Accra Hearts of Oak midfielder Charles Allotey has questioned the impact of the team's head coach, Aboubakar Ouattara, on the players. Allotey described Ouattara as "the lowest coach in Ghana," citing the team's poor performance."What has he taught the players?" Allotey asked, expressing his disappointment with Ouattara's leadership. He pointed to the recent goalless Super Clash against Asante Kotoko as evidence of the team's struggles.Allotey raised concerns about the team's lack of attacking urgency, noting that the strikers seemed more focused on defense. "Nobody looked like they wanted to score. How can a team like Hearts of Oak be so timid on the ball?"Allotey urged the Hearts board to take action, drawing comparisons with Asante Kotoko, who recently sacked their head coach."If Kotoko can act, why can’t Hearts? This coach doesn’t understand the club, and the players don’t understand what he wants. It’s time for a new direction."