Hearts of Oak will aim to bounce back to winning ways when they take on Nations FC at the Accra Sports Stadium on Wednesday.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed that the match will go ahead at the venue despite concerns from the National Sports Authority (NSA). The NSA’s Director-General, Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, claimed that the stadium is not fit for use. If played as scheduled, this will be Hearts of Oak’s first match at the Accra Sports Stadium since September 2023, having used the University of Ghana Stadium as their home ground.
The Phobians come into the match after a 1-1 draw with Bibiani Gold Stars on March 23. Defensive lapses have cost them in recent games, as they have conceded in three consecutive matches. A more solid defensive approach could help them secure a much-needed win and ease the pressure on coach Aboubakar Ouattara.
Nations FC, on the other hand, were held to a goalless draw by Vision FC in their last match. They have struggled to find the net in their last three away games, raising concerns ahead of their trip to Accra.
Since December 2023, the two sides have met three times, with Hearts of Oak winning once, while the other two encounters ended in draws. Their most recent meeting in September 2023 ended 0-0.
Hearts of Oak sit 4th on the table with 37 points, just one point ahead of Nations FC in 5th place. With both teams pushing for a strong finish, this clash promises to be a competitive affair.
