The Premier League action on March 19, 2025, delivered a thrilling shake-up across the table, with some unexpected twists and standout performances lighting up the midweek fixtures.
That was week-20; an outstanding round resulted following the death incident in Nsoatre during the Nsoatreman FC versus Asante Kotoko in week 19 of the league.
Gold Stars FC seized the spotlight, clawing their way to the summit with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Basake Holy Stars at the Ampain AAK Arena. Michael Nkoah’s clinical finish in the 69th minute proved to be the difference, a moment of brilliance that lifted the Miners to 40 points and allowed them to leapfrog perennial giants Asante Kotoko.
Kotoko, meanwhile, stumbled in their pursuit of the top spot, managing only a goalless stalemate against newcomers Young Apostles at the Wenchi Stadium. The Porcupine Warriors’ failure to find the net left them a single point adrift, setting the stage for a tense battle as the season progresses.
Elsewhere, defending champions FC Samartex 1996 showcased their resilience in the Western derby, turning the tide against Medeama SC to claim a 2-1 triumph at the Nsenkyire Arena. Trailing after Emmanuel Owusu’s opener for Medeama just before halftime, Samartex roared back with Akwasi Sarpong leveling the score in the 55th minute.
The decisive blow came from Emmanuel Owusu Boakye, who held his nerve to convert a 76th-minute penalty, ensuring the Timber Giants walked away with all three points. It was a statement win that underscored their determination to defend their crown.
Aduana FC also made waves, pulling off a gritty 1-0 upset on the road against Nations FC at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex in Abrankese. Emmanuel Marfo Adu emerged as the hero, his 70th-minute strike slicing through the home side’s defenses to secure a vital victory. The result highlighted Aduana’s knack for thriving under pressure, adding another layer of intrigue to the league standings.
Dreams FC, meanwhile, continued their upward trajectory, notching a second consecutive win for the first time this season with a 2-1 defeat of Heart of Lions at the Kpando Stadium. Joseph Esso set the tone with an 18th-minute penalty, and though Nana Kwame Oppong briefly restored hope for Lions, Marshah Kofi’s 75th-minute strike sealed the deal. The Believers’ resurgence has nudged them up to 12th, while Lions hold steady in third with 37 points from 21 matches.
At Nana Gyeabour Park, Bechem United and Hearts of Oak locked horns in a contest that kept fans on edge, with the Hunters ultimately prevailing 1-0. Kofi Tompuo’s 52nd-minute effort split the deadlock, handing Bechem a narrow but deserved victory. Both teams now sit level on 36 points, a testament to the razor-thin margins defining this campaign.
Late fixture of the night saw Legon Cities share spoils with Vision FC in 1 all draw at the Legon Stadium. Williams Kweku Adjei’s hour mark goal for Cities cancelled out Nagadzi’s 8th minute goal for the visitors.
With Kotoko’s draw against Young Apostles, the Premier League is proving to be as unpredictable as ever, each match adding fresh fuel to an already blazing title race.
