All eyes will be on the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex this afternoon as second-placed Nations FC welcome third-placed Asante Kotoko in a blockbuster Round 28 encounter of the Ghana Premier League.
With just one point separating the two sides, this clash could have major implications for the title race, as both teams look to close the gap on leaders Bibiani Gold Stars, who sit at the summit with 50 points.
The stats favor Nations FC coming into this game. In their last three meetings with Kotoko, Nations have won two and drawn one, including a solid 2-0 win earlier this year. It’s clear they’ve had the upper hand over the Porcupine Warriors recently and will be keen to maintain that dominance.
Nations FC are currently in red-hot form, unbeaten in their last five games (W4, D1), and are building serious momentum at the business end of the season. At home, they’ve also picked up three wins from their last five matches, including a gritty 1-0 win over Karela United and a comeback 2-1 victory over Medeama.
Asante Kotoko, meanwhile, are blowing hot and cold. They’ve suffered two defeats and one draw in their last five outings, though back-to-back wins have somewhat steadied the ship. However, they’ll need to produce a far more consistent performance if they’re to return from Abrankese with all three points.
For Nations FC, a win would push them back to the top of the table at least temporarily, and confirm their serious title credentials. For Asante Kotoko, this is a chance to leapfrog their rivals and keep their championship hopes alive.