In a bid to compete for the Ghana Premier League title, Hearts of Oak have registered midfielder Abdul Aziz Nurudeen for the second round following his return from injury.The Phobians are gearing up for the final hurdle of the 2024/25 Premier League campaign, making key additions to their squad.The 26-year-old, once considered as one of the best defensive midfielders in the local scene has struggled with injuries since joining the Phobians from Vision FC. He missed the first half of the campaign due to an injury setback.Before his injury, Nurudeen was a key player in the Hearts of Oak midfield, contributing significantly to the team's successes in both the 2022 President's Cup and FA Cup.Nurudeen’s wealth of experience is expected to strengthen the midfield of Hearts of Oak in the second half of the campaign as the team chase the top-flight title.Having being registered, Nurudeen hopes to regain his important role and help the team in their quest to annex the title at the end of the campaign.Hearts of Oak will travel to face Basake Holy Stars, who stunned the Premier League giants in opener at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Basake Holy Stars are pushing to secure the services of former Asante Kotoko defender Empem Dacosta on transfer deadline.The transfer window in Ghana will close on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, with clubs making last minute additions to their squad.Holy Stars, who are making their debut appearance in the Ghana Premier League are in close contact with Empem Dacosta in their quest to secure his services.Dacosta is currently without a club after ending his spell with Bibiani Goldstars in July 2024.Holy Stars believes the former Karela United versatile player can strengthen the defence of the club as they seek to make a meaningful impact in the second round of the Premier League campaign.The Anyinase-based club impressed in the first half of the campaign and are determined to maintain momentum in the second round.With 22 points, Holy Stars finished the first half of the campaign in the 8th position on the Premier League standings.Basake Holy Stars will welcome giants Hearts of Oak to the Crosby Awuah Memorial Park on Sunday in matchday 18 of the top-flight.

Asante Kotoko striker, Kwame Opoku has been named in the Ghana Premier League Team of the Week for Week 17. The attacker featured for the Porcupine Warriors over the weekend and bagged a brace to lead the team to thump Vision Football Club 4-1 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.For his outstanding performance in that game, Kwame Opoku has earned a place in the Team of the Week.He is joined in the attack by Nations FC forward Bi Boris and Samuel Attah Kumi of Gold Stars.Other players who made it into the Team of the Week include Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asante, Asante Kotoko midfielder Justice Blay, Berekum Chelsea defender Zackaria Fuseini, and midfielder Isaiah Nyarko.The Week 17 games of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season marked the end of the first round of the campaign.However, the second round will continue immediately next weekend with no expected break for the 18 participating teams.

Bibiani Gold Stars defender Vincent Atinga has shed light on the persistent challenges faced by players in the Ghana Premier League, citing poor pitch conditions and inadequate salaries as major obstacles.Speaking in an interview with Akoma FM, the former Hearts of Oak defender expressed concern over the financial struggles of players in the local league.He revealed that he has personally assisted some of his colleagues who struggle to make ends meet due to low wages."Playing in the GPL is really difficult for us, especially given our salaries and the types of pitches we play on, which is why players seek greener pastures elsewhere.“I've been financially sorting out my colleagues in other teams most times because their salaries are low,” Vincent Atinga shared.The state of football pitches across the country has been a long-standing issue, with many clubs forced to play on substandard surfaces that not only hinder performance but also increase the risk of injuries.Coupled with the low remuneration for players, these factors have contributed significantly to the high rate of player exodus at the end of every football season.The pressing issues need to be addressed by stakeholders to help the development of...

Berekum Chelsea coach Samuel Boadu is facing a possible sanction from the Ghana Football Association after raising concerns about officiating in his sides’ victory over Medeama in the Ghana Premier League.The former Hearts of Oak tactician criticized the performance of referee Mawuli Klu and his assistance despite Chelsea securing victory over the Yellow and Mauve on Sunday.“I’m satisfied with the three maximum points but officiating was really bad. I don’t complain about officiating but this time around, I’m complaining. The FA can sanction me, I don’t mind”“We all talk about the beauty of the game but how can football be beautiful with this officiating? He quizzed.“I don’t want to know the name of the referee and his assistance but if they continue to do this, they will collapse Ghana football”Boadu could be charged by the domestic football governing body (GFA) for his comment about officiating.Experienced forward Stephen Amankona gave Chelsea the lead on the stroke of halftime with a well-taken goal, putting the home side in control going into the break.Medeama, however, fought back and were rewarded in the 89th minute when they won a penalty, calmly converted by Mubarik Yussif to level...

Berekum Chelsea tactician Samuel Boadu says he is ready to face the Ghana Football Association wrath after criticizing officiating in his outfit victory over Medeama in the Ghana Premier League.The Bibires ended the first half of the Premier League campaign on a good note, inflicting a 2-1 win over the Yellow and Mauve at the Golden City Park on Sunday.Speaking after the game, the former Hearts of Oak trainer expressed his displeasure with the performance of referee Mawuli Klu and his assistance.“I’m satisfied with the three maximum points but officiating was really bad. I don’t complain about officiating but this time around, I’m complaining. The FA can sanction me, I don’t mind”“We all talk about the beauty of the game but how can football be beautiful with this officiating? He quizzed.“I don’t want to know the name of the referee and his assistance but if they continue to do this, they will collapse Ghana football”Experienced forward Stephen Amankona gave Chelsea the lead on the stroke of halftime with a well-taken goal, putting the home side in control going into the break.Medeama, however, fought back and were rewarded in the 89th minute when they...

Christopher Ennin has expressed his pride in his players' performance against Hearts of Oak, despite FC Samartex 1996 dropping two points in a 0-0 stalemate at home on Sunday.The Timbers squandered several chances as the two teams shared the points in an entertaining Premier League match at the Nsenkyire Arena.While Samartex impressed with their attacking display, the Phobians managed to defend resolutely against the home side to pick a point on the road.The former Berekum Chelsea coach, who took charge of his first game in charge, heaped praise on his players despite the setback. “You can count the chances they got and the chances we got, we were more on attack but unfortunately in football, that is how it is, it’s draw, lose or win so since it’s being my first game, we will go to the drawing board, do something to bounce back as early as possible,” Ennin said.“I will really appreciate the boys, they did a very great job, they worked according plan but unfortunately we couldn’t get a goal so don’t forget we still have a return game in Accra so anything can happen."The defending champions have a mountain to climb in...