Emmanuel Kyei Baffour’s Late Strike Rescues a Point for Vision FC Against Legon Cities
Emmanuel Kyei Baffour came to the rescue for Vision FC, scoring a late equalizer in the 88th minute to earn his side a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Legon Cities.
The match, played at the Nii Adjei Okraku II Sports Complex in Tema New Town, marked Vision FC’s third game in their debut Ghana Premier League campaign.
After a goalless first half, Legon Cities took the lead early in the second half when Ishmael Amoah found the back of the net just four minutes after the restart. The visitors, who were searching for their first win of the season, appeared to be on course for a crucial victory that would kickstart their campaign. Amoah’s goal lifted the spirits of Legon Cities as they sought to close out the game with a much-needed three points.
Despite falling behind, Vision FC refused to give up, pushing forward in search of an equalizer. Their persistence paid off in the dying moments of the match when Kyei Baffour found the back of the net in the 88th minute, much to the delight of the home crowd. The late strike ensured that Vision FC’s unbeaten start to their maiden season in the Ghana Premier League remained intact.
This result leaves Vision FC unbeaten after three games, with one win and two draws, earning them five points so far. At least for now, they occupy 2nd place on the league table, a commendable achievement for a club playing its first season in Ghana’s top flight.
For Legon Cities, the draw offers a glimmer of hope in what has been a difficult start to their season.
After suffering back-to-back defeats to Bibiani Goldstars and Medeama SC in their first two games, the point against Vision FC is their first of the campaign.
Although they were denied a victory, the performance showed signs of improvement, and they will look to build on this as the season progresses.
Vision FC will be buoyed by their unbeaten run and the fighting spirit they showed to secure the late equalizer. As they continue to adapt to the rigors of top-flight football, they have shown they are capable of competing with more established clubs.
Legon Cities, on the other hand, will need to regroup quickly as they search for their first win of the season. Despite their struggles, the performance against Vision FC suggests that they have the potential to turn things around in the coming fixtures.
With both teams eager to make a mark in the 2023/2024 Ghana Premier League season, the draw sets the stage for an exciting and competitive campaign ahead.