The Accra Sports Stadium will be the stage for a high-stakes encounter this Saturday, April 20, 2025, as Hearts of Oak take on relegation-threatened Karela United in Round 28 of the Ghana Premier League.
Currently sitting 6th with 41 points from 27 matches, Hearts of Oak are still very much in the race for a top-four finish. A win this weekend could boost their chances and bring them closer to the upper echelons of the league table. However, their recent form hasn’t been convincing — just one win in their last five games (W1, D1, L3) — and fans will be hoping for a turnaround at home.
Despite their inconsistency, the Phobians hold a strong record in this fixture. They’ve won three of the last five meetings with Karela United, including a confident 3-1 home victory earlier this season.
Karela United, currently 16th with 28 points, are fighting to stay above the relegation line. Their recent form shows two wins and three losses in the last five outings, and every fixture now feels like a must-win as the season nears its climax.
While they will draw inspiration from a 3-0 thrashing of Hearts back in 2023, the odds are stacked against them. Karela have failed to score in their last seven away matches, losing six and drawing one, a worrying stat as they head into one of the toughest venues in the league.
For Hearts, it’s about climbing higher and finishing strong. For Karela, it’s survival mode. Expect a fiery contest with both sides hungry for points, but with home form and history on their side, the Phobians may have the edge.