GPL Matchday 8 Review: Aduana Go Top, Hearts, Kotoko, Dreams and Chelsea Win
Matchday 8 of the Ghana Premier League wrapped up on Sunday, November 2, 2025, with Aduana FC climbing to the summit, Hearts of Oak grabbing their fourth win of the campaign, Asante Kotoko maintaining their unbeaten run, and Dreams FC producing a statement victory.
Eleven Wonders 0-1 Aduana FC: Fire Boys Blaze to the Top
Aduana FC edged Eleven Wonders 1–0 at the University of Ghana Stadium to move top of the Premier League table.
Charles Gyamfi Kamara struck late in the 83rd minute to hand the Fire Boys their sixth win of the season, extending their consecutive run of victories to four.
Aduana now sit proudly at the summit with 18 points, one clear of Medeama, and look every bit the title contenders.
Basake Holy Stars 1–2 Hearts of Oak: Phobians Break the Hoodoo
Hearts of Oak picked up a vital 2–1 victory over Basake Holy Stars at the AAK Sports Arena, their first win in three matches against last season’s newcomers.
Frank Duku converted a penalty just before halftime to open the scoring, before Hamza Issah added a second early in the second half with a fine finish.
Holy Stars captain Issah Yakubu netted their first goal of the season from the spot in the 68th minute, but it was too little, too late.
The win lifts Hearts into the top half with 16 points, while Holy Stars remain rooted to the bottom, still winless after eight games.
Dreams FC 2–0 FC Samartex 1996: Dreams End Samartex’s Unbeaten Run
Dreams FC produced one of their most convincing performances this season, handing previously unbeaten Samartex a 2–0 defeat at the Tuba Astro Turf.
Suraj Seidu opened the scoring on the half-hour mark, and substitute Jonathan Nemorden sealed the result five minutes from time.
The win moves Dreams out of the relegation zone, while Samartex suffer their first loss of the campaign.
Berekum Chelsea 1–0 Vision FC: Abubakar Strikes to End Winless Streak
Berekum Chelsea returned to winning ways after three matches without a victory, edging Vision FC 1–0 at the Golden City Park.
Seidu Abubakar scored the decisive goal becoming Chelsea’s fifth different scorer this season to relieve pressure on coach Samuel Boadu.
Chelsea now move up to eight points, while Vision FC have dropped and will look to regroup at home against Eleven Wonders next weekend.
Bibiani Gold Stars 1–0 Young Apostles: Atta Kumi Fires Champions to Victory
Defending champions Bibiani Gold Stars ground out a narrow 1–0 win over Young Apostles at Dun’s Park.
Samuel Atta Kumi netted his seventh goal of the season in the first half to secure the three points, propelling the Miners into fourth place on 16 points.
Young Apostles remain mid-table with 11 points after suffering only their second defeat of the season.
Swedru All Blacks 1–1 Heart of Lions: Late Equalizer Saves the Hosts
Swedru All Blacks staged a late fightback to draw 1–1 with Heart of Lions at the Swedru Sports Stadium.
Chauncy Freeman gave the visitors the lead just before halftime, but the hosts rallied and found the equalizer in the 88th minute to snatch a valuable point.
The draw leaves Lions in fifth place, while All Blacks continue their search for a third win of the season.
Asante Kotoko 4–2 Karela United: Porcupine Warriors Return in Style
Asante Kotoko lit up the Baba Yara Stadium with a thrilling 4–2 win over Karela United, marking their first league outing since bowing out of the CAF Confederation Cup.
Hubert Gyau fired a brace with two long-range efforts, while Seth Kwadwo and Peter Amidu Acquah also got on the scoresheet for the Porcupine Warriors.
Karela’s Bless Ege and a second-half strike reduced the deficit but couldn’t prevent a Kotoko triumph.
The victory keeps Kotoko unbeaten with 11 points from five matches and three games in hand. They now turn their focus to a mouthwatering clash with Hearts of Oak in Accra on November 9.