The 2026 Tafo Games continue to deliver high tension and closely fought contests, with Atibie emerging as the only team to secure a straight win in the opening round of matches at Kwahu Tafo.
In their fixture against Nkwatia, Atibie displayed control and attacking efficiency, sealing a convincing 2-0 victory without the need for penalties.
Their composed performance set them apart in a round largely dominated by drawn games and shootout deciders.
Elsewhere, Pitiku were pushed to the limit by hosts Kwahu Tafo in another tightly contested encounter.
Both sides approached the game with urgency, driven by strong home support and the desire to make an early statement in the competition.
Kwahu Tafo, backed by a lively crowd, showed flashes of attacking promise, but Pitiku matched them with resilience and tactical discipline. The game swung from end to end, with both teams creating chances but failing to find the decisive finish.
With both sides unable to find a winner in regulation time, the game was decided on penalties, where Pitiku held their nerve to secure a 3-1 victory.
The trend of penalty shootouts has defined the opening phase of the tournament, with Bepong and Nteso also advancing in similar fashion after edging out Mpraeso and Nkawkaw respectively from the spot.
Amid the fine margins and evenly matched contests, Atibie’s 2-0 win stands out as the most decisive result so far, sending a strong signal to the rest of the competition.
