Accra Hearts of Oak defeated Heart of Lions 1-0 in their opening game of the ongoing GHALCA Top 4 tournament on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at the Legon Sports Stadium.
The Phobians once again had the better of Heart of Lions, with Ransford Mensah’s free-kick proving decisive in securing victory for Hearts of Oak.
Ghana Premier League: Bibiani Gold Stars beat Asante Kotoko 2-1
Lion’s best chance of the game came in the 14th minute but striker Kwadwo Obeng Jnr failed to capitalize on the defensive blunder by Hearts of Oak.
Six minutes after Obeng Jnr’s miss, Ransford Mensah scored a brilliant free kick to put Hearts of Oak ahead in the game.
The second half offered more chances for either side to score but none was effective in converting the chances created.
It ended 1-0 for Hearts of Oak after full-time and the Phobians will face champions Bibiani GoldStars in their next game.
Heart of Lions will also face Asante Kotoko, all on Friday, August 22, in the second round of matches.
JE
Meanwhile, watch below the trailer for GhanaWeb’s upcoming documentary on teenage girls and how fish is stealing their futures:
