In a thrilling encounter at the Baba Yara Stadium on Saturday night saw Samuel Boadu’s Berekum Chelsea secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Bechem United, earning their place in the semifinals of the FA Cup.
It was second quarter final game of the day after Attram De Visser beat PAC Academy on 4-3 penalties following a 1-1 all draw in regulation time to confirm semi final spot.
The match, a tense and tightly contested affair, was decided by a moment of brilliance from Stephen Amakona, whose spectacular strike draw the first and the only blood for Chelsea on the half an hour mark.
The game began with both sides displaying cautious intent, probing for weaknesses while maintaining disciplined defensive structures. Bechem United, known for their resilience, looked to impose their physicality early on.
Meanwhile, Berekum Chelsea relied on their swift transitions, orchestrated by the tireless Samuel Boadu from the touchline, whose tactical acumen has revitalized the team this season in the FA cup despite lackluster performances in the Premier League.
The decisive moment arrived in the 30th minute. Receiving the ball just outside the penalty a Amakona took a touch to set himself before unleashing a thunderous strike that soared past Bechem United’s helpless goalkeeper, Haruna, and nestled into the top corner—a sheer quality of a goal.
As the first half wore on, chances were few and far between. Bechem United’s striker, Isaac Mensah, came closest with a header that rattled the crossbar in the 32nd minute, leaving the Chelsea defense momentarily rattled.
However, Berekum Chelsea’s goalkeeper, Adu Emmanuel stood tall, thwarting subsequent attempts with saves that kept the scoreline level at the break.
The second half saw Berekum Chelsea emerge with renewed vigor, their attacking intent evident from the outset. Stephen Amakona, an experienced star in the squad, began to find pockets of space, troubling Bechem United’s backline with his pace and trickery.
As the final whistle blew, Berekum Chelsea celebrated a gritty, well-earned victory, their journey in the FA Cup continuing thanks to Amakona’s moment of magic. For Samuel Boadu, the win edges his team closer to silverware.
