Benjamin Asare is a goalkeeper of Hearts of Oak
Hearts of Oak secured a vital 1-0 win over Berekum Chelsea on Sunday, May 18, 2025. While Mawuli Wayo’s second-half strike sealed the points, goalkeeper Benjamin Asare truly stole the show with a commanding performance between the sticks.
In a game where fine margins made all the difference, Asare was at his brilliant best, keeping out everything Berekum Chelsea threw at him to earn his 16th clean sheet in just 25 Ghana Premier League appearances this season.
His consistency and leadership at the back have been vital for the Phobians, and Sunday was yet another showcase of his reliability.
Asare made a series of crucial saves, particularly in the closing stages when Chelsea pressed hard for an equaliser.
His handling under pressure, intelligent positioning, and calm distribution were key in keeping Hearts of Oak composed during nervy moments.
The clean sheet also highlights Asare’s growing reputation as one of the most dependable goalkeepers in the league.
It’s no coincidence that Hearts have maintained their dominance over former coach Samuel Boadu’s Berekum Chelsea side since his departure.
Every win in this fixture has featured a solid defensive performance, with Asare at the heart of it.
While Wayo’s goal was the difference on the scoreboard, it was Asare’s performance that laid the foundation for the victory.
The 1-0 win keeps Hearts in 5th place with 49 points, trailing Asante Kotoko by five, but the result shows the team’s upward trajectory with a rock-solid last line of defence.
Next up, the Phobians return home to face Accra Lions, with Asare surely looking to extend his clean sheet tally and inspire another crucial victory.
Watch highlights of his performance below:
FKA/MA
Watch full report on the day one of the Sekondi Inter-Schools athletics
