Berekum Chelsea secured a dramatic stoppage-time equalizer to draw 2-2 with newly-promoted Basake Holy Stars in their Ghana Premier League matchday nine clash at the Golden City Park on Sunday, November 3, 2024.
The Bibires, reeling from their first defeat of the season last week, were determined to bounce back quickly.
Playing at home, they managed to gain the lead just before the half-time whistle, as forward Emmanuel Sarpong continued his fine form with another goal, marking his second consecutive home game on the scoresheet.
Chelsea’s early control seemed promising, and they looked poised to regain confidence after last week’s disappointment.
However, Holy Stars demonstrated resilience and intent, levelling the game just eleven minutes into the second half.
Stephen Awuah Baffour found the net, providing a lifeline for the visitors who were keen to make an impact in their maiden season in the top flight.
Their persistence paid off once again when Burkinabe striker Ben Daouda Sidibe struck ten minutes before full-time, pushing Holy Stars ahead for the first time in the match and putting Chelsea on the verge of back-to-back losses.
Chelsea, however, refused to accept defeat.
In the dying minutes, Stephen Amankona came through with a crucial stoppage-time goal, rescuing a point for the home side and preventing a second consecutive loss.
