Matchday 27 of the Ghana Premier League delivered drama, intensity, and closely fought battles across the country, with the standout fixture arguably being Vision FC’s spirited 1-1 draw against Hearts of Oak.
The game at the Nii Adjei Kraku Stadium, Tema lived up to its billing, packed with energy and end-to-end action. Hearts of Oak, however, took the lead as Kelvin Osei Asibey found the back of the net with a composed finish froma well delivered freekick from Ransford Mensah which saw the goalkeeper and player of Vision FC collide causing them to lose the ball which eventually fell on the path of Osei Asibey. But Vision Fc responded in the second half via Adjetey Sowah, ensuring the Phobians walked away with a point. The match was praised for its intensity, with both sides refusing to back down — a true showcase of the competitive edge that defines the league this season.
Elsewhere, Asante Kotoko shared the spoils with Bechem United in another tightly contested affair that ended 1-1. Darlvin Yeboah netted for Bechem, before Kotoko were awarded a controversial penalty in the 80th minute — a decision that stirred debate among fans. Albert Amoah stepped up and converted with confidence, securing a point for the Porcupine Warriors.
Karela United produced one of the biggest surprises of the weekend, defeating Aduana FC 2-0 in a composed performance that could have implications for the table. Meanwhile, Berekum Chelsea edged out Heart of Lions 1-0, and Bibiani GoldStars continued their fine run with a narrow 1-0 win over Young Apostles.
At the Nsenkyire Stadium, league leaders FC Samartex showed their class with a solid 2-0 victory over Legon Cities, further cementing their position at the summit of the table.
As the season nears its climax, Matchday 27 highlighted the league’s unpredictability and the fierce determination of every club — from those chasing glory at the top to those fighting for survival.