GPL: Hearts Of Oak Bounce Back From Super Clash Loss With Win Over Berekum Chelsea
Hearts of Oak shook off their recent narrow defeat to arch-rivals Asante Kotoko, outclassing Berekum Chelsea with a decisive 3-1 victory at the University of Ghana on Saturday. This win places them firmly in the Premier League title race, igniting hopes among their loyal fans.
With first-choice goalkeeper Benjamin Asare away on international duty with the Black Galaxies, Sharif Shuaib stepped into the spotlight for his first start of the season. The young keeper’s debut added a layer of intrigue to an already charged match.
The Phobians wasted no time in asserting their dominance, with Ahmed Ramzy Yussif finding the back of the net in the 16th minute. His goal set the tone for the afternoon, energizing the Hearts squad and their supporters alike. Just five minutes into the second half, striker Hamza Issah doubled the lead, showcasing the team’s striking power and tactical prowess.
Despite facing a formidable opponent, Berekum Chelsea refused to back down. They clawed back into contention when Emmanuel Sarpong scored, narrowing the gap and reigniting their hopes. However, Hearts of Oak quickly extinguished any comeback aspirations when Kwabena Boateng restored their two-goal advantage in the 62nd minute, sealing the match in favor of the Phobians.
The victory propels Hearts of Oak to fifth place in the league table, now sitting on 22 points and trailing leaders Heart of Lions by a mere two points.
