It’s another thrilling encounter in the Ghana Premier League this afternoon as Aduana Stars host Hearts of Oak at the Agyemang-Badu Sports Stadium at 3:00 PM. With both sides aiming to climb higher on the league table, fans can expect a competitive and emotionally charged battle.
Aduana Stars come into this fixture with a strong historical advantage, having won four of their last five meetings against Hearts of Oak, the other ended in a draw. The Ogya Boys have made their home ground a fortress of sorts, winning 5 of their 12 home matches, though they have also suffered 3 losses there this season.
Currently sitting 11th with 32 points, Aduana will be counting on the likes of Emmanuel Marfo and Kelvin Obeng, who have netted 5 and 4 goals respectively, to break down a defensively solid Hearts side.
For Hearts of Oak, this is more than just another game, it’s a chance to end a long winless streak against Aduana that dates back to 2021. The Phobians are currently 5th on the table with 41 points and are pushing for a top-four finish or more.
Their away form, however, has been shaky. In their last five away games, Hearts have drawn four and lost one:
0-0 vs FC Samartex
0-0 vs Holy Stars
1-0 loss to Bechem United
1-1 draw with Gold Stars
1-1 draw with Vision FC
The attacking burden will once again fall on Mawuli Wayo, their top scorer with 5 goals, and Hamza Issah, who has netted 4 times. Hearts will need their frontmen to be clinical and their defense sharp to avoid yet another stalemate or defeat on the road.
For Aduana, a win would push them further away from mid-table obscurity and closer to the top half. For Hearts, it’s about keeping pace with the top four and breaking the Aduana curse that has haunted them for years.