The Yellow and Mauve currently lead the table with 43 points from 21 matches in the 2025/26 season, holding a seven-point cushion over Bibiani GoldStars, Aduana FC, and Hearts of Oak.

“Our target is to stay on top of the league,” Tanko told Sporty FM, emphasising that continued effort is crucial.

“We have 13 matches to end the season, but we have to do more to win the league, and I am sure that the players are ready,” he added.

Medeama will turn their focus to an FA Cup tie against FC Samartex at the TNA Park later today, before returning to Premier League action against Aduana FC in next weekend’s Matchday 22 fixture.

The highly rated Medeama SC right-back has signed a three-and-a-half-year deal with the Omdurman-based club, bringing an end to his stint in the Ghana Premier League.

Al Hilal’s management and supporters have extended a warm welcome to Mamudu, expressing confidence in his ability to make an immediate impact. “All members of our club welcome you, Mamudu, and wish you years filled with titles and glory,” the club said in a statement.

Mamudu departs Medeama SC following a string of impressive performances, establishing himself as one of the league’s most productive defenders in terms of goal contributions. He concluded his time at the Tarkwa-based side in emphatic fashion, scoring twice in a 3-1 victory over Karela United to take his season tally to five goals.

Since joining Medeama in 2023, Mamudu has featured in the CAF Champions League and earned call-ups to the Ghana national team, further cementing his reputation as one of the most dynamic full-backs in the domestic league.

His comments followed Medeama’s gritty 1–0 victory over Hearts of Oak at the TNA Park on Sunday in the Matchday 18 fixture.

Speaking after the game, Tanko expressed satisfaction with the outcome and appeared unfazed when quizzed about the club’s strikers failing to score regularly in recent weeks.

“No. I think we are a team if the defenders score the goals for us to get what we want,” he said.

He added that Medeama’s style of play naturally creates opportunities for midfielders, who he believes will eventually contribute more goals.

“Our midfielders, with how we play, definitely we will have a chance, if they make use of it, definitely they will score more goals,” Tanko added. 

The win moved Medeama to the top of the league table with 34 points. They will next face Young Apostles in their Matchday 19 encounter on Sunday, January 11.

The Tarkwa-based side currently lead the league table with 34 points after a narrow 1-0 victory over Hearts of Oak in Matchday 17 at the TNA Park.

In an interview with Sporty FM, Tanko emphasized his ambition while acknowledging the challenges that lie ahead in the second half of the season.

“The second round of the league will be very tough, so we have to do more, but we’re ready, and the players know that we have to add 10% more to our performance to achieve our goal,” the former Black Stars assistant coach stated.

Medeama will look to continue their winning form when they take on Young Apostles in Matchday 18 on Sunday, January 11.

In a statement released on Monday, January 5, the committee ruled that Kotoko failed to protect match officials, allowed fans to confront them, and permitted unauthorized access to restricted areas, including the players’ tunnel.

The club has been given 14 days to settle the penalty.

The sanction comes amid a difficult period for the Porcupine Warriors, who were beaten 2-1 by Swedru All Blacks in Matchday 17.

Kotoko will look to bounce back when they face Berekum Chelsea at home in Matchday 18 on Sunday, January 11.

The Phobians were beaten 1-0 at the TNA Park on Sunday in a Matchday 17 encounter that saw the hosts extend their grip at the top of the table.

After a tightly contested and goalless first half, Salim Adams struck in the 74th minute to settle the game in Medeama’s favour. The goal proved decisive as Hearts were left to rue missed opportunities.

Speaking after the match, Dramani insisted his team did enough to earn at least a point.

“I don’t think the better team won. We didn’t deserve to lose today against Medeama SC,” he said.

“We controlled the greater part of the game; they also had their moment, and I think they scored a very beautiful goal,” the former Black Stars assistant coach added.

The former Black Stars assistant coach, however, admitted that his side’s struggles in front of goal continue to undermine their performances.

“Absolutely, goalscoring is really a problem. You saw the chance we had in the first half and the one in the second half. These chances you don’t miss them, but we’re still in work in progress.”

The defeat leaves Hearts of Oak fifth on the league table with 28 points. They will look to bounce back when they face Hohoe United in the Matchday 18 fixtures.

The Yellow and Mauve were in action at the Kpando Sports Stadium in the Matchday 16 fixtures, where a solitary strike from Kingsley Braye in the 20th minute proved decisive.

The narrow victory lifted Ibrahim Tanko’s side to the top of the standings with 30 points, underlining their strong title credentials this season. For Heart of Lions, the defeat saw them drop to seventh place, remaining on 23 points.

Medeama will look to sustain their momentum when they travel to face defending champions Bibiani GoldStars in an outstanding fixture at DUNs Park on Wednesday, December 31, before returning home to host Hearts of Oak.

Heart of Lions, meanwhile, will be aiming to arrest their dip in form when they take on regional rivals Hohoe United at the Hohoe Sports Stadium on Sunday, January 4.

In another Matchday 16 fixture, Vision FC claimed a 1-0 victory over Nations FC at the Nii Adjei Kraku II Sports Complex. Setsofia Agetey struck on the stroke of half-time to secure all three points for the hosts.

The result moved Vision FC up to 12th place with 18 points, while Nations FC slipped to 10th with 19 points. Vision FC will next travel to face Aduana FC, while Nations FC host Karela United in the Matchday 17 round of games.

The Yellow and Mauve outfit hosted the Matchday 15 Ghana Premier League encounter at the TNA Park, with hopes of maintaining momentum at home.

However, they fell behind midway through the first half when Moses Author fired Holy Stars into the lead after 30 minutes.

Determined to respond after the break, Medeama increased the tempo and pushed relentlessly in search of an equaliser.

Their task was made harder in the 61st minute when Yussif Mubarik saw his penalty effort saved, leaving the visitors still in front.

Basake Holy Stars were later reduced to ten men after Koffie Hagan, who had already been booked in the first half, was shown a second yellow card in the 87th minute.

Medeama capitalised on the numerical advantage late on, as substitute Kingsley Braye struck in the 90th minute to rescue a point for the hosts.

The draw keeps Medeama second on the league table, trailing leaders Aduana FC, with a trip to Heart of Lions next on their schedule. Basake Holy Stars will turn their attention to their upcoming fixture against Hohoe United.

The Porcupine Warriors will welcome the Yellow and Mauve to the Baba Yara Stadium for their Matchday 12 clash in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League.

Kotoko comes into the encounter seeking redemption after their unbeaten run was snapped with a 2-1 loss to Basake Holy Stars.

Speaking ahead of the fixture, Zito expressed determination to secure all three points despite the personal twist of facing his former colleague, Ibrahim Tanko.

“It’s unfortunate that my brother, Tanko Ibrahim, is meeting me with his Medeama SC side at this time, but I’ll have to beat him on Sunday,” he told the club’s media.

The game is set to kick off at 16:00 GMT.

The Yellow and Mauve head into the Matchday 12 fixture on an eight-match unbeaten run, a streak Tanko says will be tested by a Kotoko side that remains dangerous, particularly at home.

“We are eight games unbeaten now, but I know against Kotoko, it is going to be a different game altogether. Definitely, we will get our chances, and I hope that the strikers will be more clinical this time and score the goals,” he said.

Tanko anticipates a high-quality encounter between two well-balanced teams, noting that the margins could be slim.

“I think it is going to be a very good game because both clubs have very good teams,” he added.

Only two points separate the sides on the league table, with Medeama sitting third on 22 points and Kotoko fourth with 20.

Kick-off for the eagerly awaited clash is set for 16:00 GMT.

At the Aliu Mahama Stadium, Karela United survived a tense finish to overcome Basake Holy Stars in a five-goal thriller. Adom Philip set the tone with a 21st-minute opener, giving the hosts a narrow lead at the break.

Karela tightened their control after the restart. Danlad Nuhu made it 2–0 in the 62nd minute, and Eric Antwi Konadu stretched the advantage further 11 minutes later.

Basake, however, refused to fold. Prince Tweneboah struck almost immediately to reduce the deficit, and Richmond Somiah added another with nine minutes remaining. Despite the late scare, Karela stayed composed to secure a 3–2 win.

The result pushes Karela United into eighth place on 16 points, while Basake Holy Stars remain in the relegation zone, sitting 17th with six points.

At TNA Park, Medeama SC were left frustrated after being held to a goalless stalemate by a disciplined Bechem United side.

Though Medeama dropped points at home, they maintain their position at the summit with 22 points. The draw lifts Bechem United to 12th on 11 points.

Matchday 11 continues on Sunday as the remaining fixtures bring the weekend’s action to a close.

The Tarkwa-based side displayed resilience to secure a point at the Hohoe Sports Stadium on Saturday in their Matchday 8 encounter.

Francis Odoom gave the home side the lead before Abdul Salah equalised for the 2022/23 champions.

Reflecting on the performance, Tanko expressed satisfaction with his team’s attitude and felt they could have taken all three points.

“I think looking at the performance we put up, it’s a deserved result. Normally, we should have won because we created most of the chances. But one point away is good,” he said.

“Like I said, we had the chances — even our defender Kamaradini [Mamudu] missed two. But we were playing away, went 1-0 down, and had to push harder. I’m happy we came back. This kind of performance is good for us going forward,” he added.

The result keeps Medeama in second place with 18 points and sets up a highly anticipated top-of-the-table clash at home against league leaders Aduana FC on Matchday 9.

After six matches, the Yellow and Mauve side sit atop the league table with 13 points, having secured four wins, one draw and a single defeat.

Speaking to the club’s media team, Tanko commended his players’ efforts but insisted it was too soon to discuss title ambitions.

“The league is still young, and we are taking it one match at a time. It’s too early to talk about the title, but our focus is on maintaining consistency and improving game after game,” he said.

The former Black Stars assistant coach also highlighted the growing competitiveness of the Ghana Premier League, noting that every team has become a formidable opponent this season.

“Generally, the Premier League is very tough, especially this season. All the teams have prepared very well, so it’s not always the case that you have to dominate to win matches,” he added.

Medeama will look to extend their strong run when they host Swedru All Blacks at the TNA Park on Sunday in the Matchday 7 games.

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The result marked a second consecutive win for the Yellow and Mauves, who now sit at the summit of the Ghana Premier League table with six points from two matches.

“Today we did everything right and we have our three points,” Tanko said after the match.

“But we have to concentrate throughout the 90 minutes. At some point, we dropped energy, and it’s not good.”

While delighted with their perfect start to the 2025/26 campaign, the Medeama boss emphasized the need for consistency as the season progresses.

“We have to continue working hard because the season is still young,” he noted. “I said it at the beginning of the season: we are one of the teams that can win the league, but we have a lot of work to do.”

Medeama will be aiming to extend their fine form when they face Karela United in their Matchday 3 fixture at the Aliu Mahama Stadium next weekend.

The Yellow and Mauve side struck early, with Kamaradini Mamudu opening the scoring in the 16th minute.

Medeama’s advantage was doubled before the break in fortuitous fashion, as Abdul Salam’s intended cross took a heavy deflection to deceive goalkeeper Aziz Kwame, sending Medeama into halftime with a 2-0 cushion.

Vision, still chasing their first win of the season, struggled throughout and offered little threat in attack, failing to register a single shot on target in the contest.

Medeama tightened their grip in the final stages. Emmanuel Owusu showed fine composure to add a third in the 80th minute, before substitute Nurudeen Abdulai broke the offside trap, rounded the goalkeeper, and slotted home just three minutes later to complete the rout.

With back-to-back victories, six goals scored, and two clean sheets, Ibrahim Tanko’s men remain top of the table after two matches.

Medeama will now turn their attention to their next fixture against Karela United, while Vision FC look to bounce back when they host league newcomers Hohoe United.

The Yellow and Mauve secured the win on Sunday at the Nana Agyemang Badu Park, thanks to goals from Emmanuel Owusu in the first half and Paul Yeboah after the break.

Speaking to the club’s media team after the match, Tanko credited the victory to the team’s preparation during preseason. “I think we did what is most important. We had a very good preseason…definitely this performance here is not by mistake, it’s what we worked for. I hope that it will continue,” he said.

The win places Medeama at the top of the early league standings. They will look to extend their strong start when they host Vision FC at the TNA Park on Friday.

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The Tarkwa-based side endured a trophyless season last year, but Tanko believes his team is better prepared this time around.

Speaking to the club’s media team ahead of the season’s kickoff on September 12, the former Black Stars assistant coach expressed optimism about Medeama’s chances.

“The team bonding is very good. The players are responding very well. The fans should expect a different Medeama next season,” he said.

Tanko made no secret of his targets, adding, “Honestly, we are aiming to win the Premier League or the FA Cup. We missed out on our target last season, but I’m sure we will make it next season and win laurels.”

Medeama are currently in Ivory Coast as part of their preseason preparations. They will begin their Premier League campaign with an opening-day clash against newly promoted Young Apostles.

The former Ghana international took charge of the Yellow and Mauve midway through last season after leaving Accra Lions and led the team to an 8th-place finish with 50 points.

Despite a trophyless campaign, Tanko insists his focus has always been on long-term stability and success.

“When I came in, the goal was to bring stability and success,” said Tanko. “We missed out on the top four, and that’s disappointing. But we’re not coming back next season to chase the top four — we’re coming for the title.”

Tanko emphasized that while there won’t be a complete overhaul of the squad, key areas need reinforcement.

The 47-year-old revealed that bolstering the defense and attack will be top priorities in the transfer window.

“There won’t be massive changes, but we need to reassess. Players who are surplus to requirements will either be offloaded or sent out on loan, so we can make space for the right additions.

“We have a good group of players, but we need to add more quality. A centre-back and a striker are definitely priorities,” he stated. “The rest will come from the talented young players we already have at the club.”

With a full pre-season ahead and targeted signings in the pipeline, Tanko is confident Medeama will be ready to challenge the best teams in the country.

“I’m here to build something strong and lasting,” he declared. “Next season is not just about improvement — it’s about going for the ultimate prize.”

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The Tarkwa-based side finished eighth on the league table with 50 points, missing out on their top-four target.

Reflecting on the season, Tanko acknowledged the team fell short of expectations but revealed that preparations are already underway for a stronger title challenge in 2025/26.

“If we’d finished in the top four, I would have deserved it based on our home and away performance, but we fell short. So we are going to prepare for next season, not for the top four but for the league title itself,” he told the club’s website.

Tanko was particularly disappointed by Medeama’s only home defeat of the season, calling it a wake-up call that the squad needs adjustments.

“Massive changes? Not really, but we have to reassess the squad. Players who are surplus to requirements will be offloaded or put out on loan to create space for a few additional signings.”

The former Accra Lions boss stressed the importance of reinforcing key areas of the team, especially in defense and attack.

“We have good players, but adding more quality will make us a stronger team. So I will bring in a centre-back and a striker. The rest will come from the talented young players we already have in the squad.”

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Kyei, widely regarded as one of the most promising young shot-stoppers on the local scene, was initially named on the Black Stars’ standby list for the tournament. However, he was eventually dropped from the final squad.

Speaking in an interview with Medeama FM, Kyei revealed that then-Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton personally informed him of the decision. Hughton cited a preference for experienced goalkeeper Richard Ofori over Kyei, due to Ofori’s leadership qualities and the potential for the tournament to revive his career.

“We were about to leave for Ivory Coast for AFCON, and at the same time, I had a match in Tamale with Medeama,” Kyei said. “One day, I received a call from Coach Chris Hughton. He praised my performances and encouraged me to keep working hard. He told me I was on the standby list and would be invited if there were any unfortunate incidents.”

According to Kyei, Hughton hinted that he would have preferred to drop Richard Ofori—who had limited game time at Orlando Pirates—but the technical team insisted on keeping him due to his leadership and experience.

“Hughton told me that if he had to drop any goalkeeper, it would have been Ofori. But because of Ofori’s leadership and other reasons, including helping him regain his confidence and use the tournament as a springboard to find a new club, he had to include him,” Kyei added.

Despite the disappointment, Kyei said he respected the coach’s decision and remained focused.

“It was Christmas, and Hughton wished me well. I told him I had no problem with his decision since he’s the head coach and knows what’s best for the team. It’s normal—anything can happen during a national team call-up.”

Ghana exited the tournament at the group stage, leading to Hughton’s dismissal. Since then, Richard Ofori has not received another call-up to the national team.

The celebration will follow a ceremonial fixture against Medeama SC.

Gold Stars secured their historic first-ever top-flight title in emphatic style last Sunday, thrashing already-relegated Accra Lions 4-0.

The dominant win sparked wild celebrations across Bibiani and etched the club’s name in Ghanaian football history.

Their triumph also extends the Western Region’s dominance in recent seasons—making it the third straight title for clubs from the area, following wins by Medeama SC in 2022/23 and FC Samartex 1996 in 2023/24.

Saturday’s clash with regional rivals Medeama SC is expected to be a fitting end to a landmark season.

Though the championship has already been secured, both sides will be eager to claim bragging rights in what promises to be a lively and festive encounter.

Kick-off is set for 3:00 PM local time (15:00 GMT). After the final whistle, officials from the Ghana Football Association will present Gold Stars with their medals and the coveted Premier League trophy.

The event is expected to draw dignitaries, fans, and key football stakeholders who will gather to witness the culmination of one of the most impressive campaigns in recent league history.

Led by head coach Frimpong Manso, Gold Stars’ remarkable rise to the top has been powered by resilience, tactical discipline, and team unity. Their consistency throughout the season has earned widespread praise.

Saturday’s coronation will not only mark the end of a historic journey but also signal the beginning of a new chapter, as Bibiani Gold Stars prepare to represent Ghana in the 2025/26 CAF Champions League.

The Porcupine Warriors will welcome Medeama to the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday, with kick-off set for 15:00 GMT. With only two matches left in the 2024/25 season, Kotoko sit third on the league table with 55 points and are eyeing a vital win to keep their title hopes alive.

Speaking to the club’s media ahead of the encounter, Coach Zito acknowledged the quality of the opposition and expects a challenging game.

“They will come all out,” he said. “I know Medeama SC, and I know the quality they have. The moment doesn’t favour them, but I know they have good players with a good sense of judgement.”

Zito praised Medeama’s style of play, noting their consistency and technical approach.

“When it comes to consistency, Medeama also stands tall. They try to keep the ball, so when you see them playing, you will enjoy them, which tells you that the match will be very competitive.”

The Yellow and Mauve side suffered the setback on Sunday in a Matchday 26 fixture at the Accra Sports Stadium, with Raphael Amponsah’s impressive long-range strike securing victory for Hearts of Oak.

This win marked an end to the Phobians’ four-match winless streak.

For Medeama, the defeat was their second consecutive loss to Hearts this season.

“I think it’s a very painful defeat, looking at how the game went,” Tanko said.

“We conceded a goal that we normally don’t concede. After the goal, we came back very strongly, and we had all the chances.”

Tanko went on to add, “I think that was the only chance they had in the first half; it wasn’t even a real chance.”

“A long shot, and they score, but in terms of performance, I think we did very well, and definitely, we are not happy with the result,” he added.

The loss leaves Medeama in 6th place on the league table with 38 points. The team will look to bounce back when they host Dreams FC at the TNA Park in the Matchday 27 encounter this weekend.

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Playing at the TNA Stadium in Tarkwa on Tuesday afternoon, the Yellow and Mauve side faced a determined Basake Holy Stars, who took the lead in the 28th minute through midfielder Issah Yakubu.

Medeama, however, responded just before halftime, with defender Kamaradini Mamudu scoring in first-half stoppage time to restore parity.

The home side had an opportunity to go ahead in the 85th minute but failed to convert a penalty. Despite the setback, they kept pressing and were rewarded in the 89th minute when Derrick Fordjour found the net, sealing a dramatic comeback victory.

The crucial win lifts Medeama temporarily to fourth place with 38 points, while Basake Holy Stars remain 13th on the table with 27 points, just six points above the relegation zone as the battle for survival intensifies.

Up next, Medeama SC will travel to face Hearts of Oak, while Basake Holy Stars prepare to host Berekum Chelsea at the Crosby Awuah Memorial Stadium this weekend.

The Yellow and Mauve were knocked out in the Round of 16 after suffering a 4-2 defeat on penalties, following a 1-1 draw at the TNA Stadium on Sunday.

Speaking after the match, a disappointed Tanko expressed his regret over the outcome.

“Honestly I am very disappointed we are out at this stage. When it comes to the MTN FA Cup there’s no minor division one or division two team,” he said.

“I told them (players) before the game that if you bring your eighty per cent and PAC Academy brings a hundred per cent, they will beat you because they also know how to play.”

Reflecting on the team’s performance, he acknowledged a poor start but saw improvements in the second half.

“[The] first half was a very disappointing performance but I think in the second half we did well but the goal did not come; it is very unfortunate we are out. I am very sorry to the fans, we hope that the next games will be better,” he added.

Medeama SC was not the only Premier League club to exit the competition at this stage, as other top-tier teams also faced early eliminations.

Tanko joins the Yellow and Mauves on a two-and-a-half-year contract after parting ways with Accra Lions by mutual agreement.

He takes over from technical director Augustine Evans Adotey, who will return to his original role at the club.

In his first remarks since taking charge, the former Ghana international expressed confidence in a successful tenure at the new TnA Stadium.

“I hope we are all going to enjoy, and I’m sure the team will do well. I will tell them [the fans] that I will always give my best, and I’m sure at the end they will all be happy,” Coach Ibrahim Tanko shared in an interview with Medi TV.

He further emphasized his ambition to bring success to the club.

“We always want to be better. The success is there, and like I said, I’m here also to achieve something. So before the end of my tenure, I’m sure the cups will be more.”

Tanko’s first test as Medeama SC head coach comes on Sunday, February 3, 2025, when his team faces an in-form Legon Cities FC at home.

The former Ghana Olympic team coach replaces Bosnian tactician Nebojsa Kapor, who mutually parted ways with the club in December 2024.

Interim coach Evans Adotey, who stepped in following Kapor’s departure, has now been reassigned as the team’s technical director.

Tanko, who recently served as the technical director of Accra Lions, brings a wealth of experience to Medeama.

The former Borussia Dortmund star has had an extensive coaching career, having worked in Japan’s J-League and Germany’s Bundesliga.

He has also served as an assistant coach for Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions and Ghana’s Black Stars.

The newly appointed coach is set to take charge of his first game when Medeama SC hosts Legon Cities in a Matchday 19 clash at the TnA Stadium.

Medeama currently sits 7th in the Ghana Premier League table with 26 points.

Opoku made his return to the Ghana Premier League during the first half of the 2024/25 season after stints in Algeria and Morocco.

In an interview on Asempa FM’s Ultimate Sports Show, Opoku shared that Medeama’s president, Moses Armah, offered him a contract three times more lucrative than the one from Asante Kotoko.

However, Opoku chose to decline the offer from Medeama, citing his strong desire to rejoin Kotoko.

“Medeama SC president Moses Armah offered me a deal three times better than what Asante Kotoko offered me, but I declined and decided to join Kotoko,” Opoku said.

“Kotoko is the club I’ve always wanted to play for, so I decided to make my return,” he added.

Since rejoining Asante Kotoko on a two-and-a-half-year contract, Opoku has had an impressive start, scoring five goals in just four games for the club.

The Porcupine Warriors visited TNA Park on Sunday for their Matchday 16 fixture, taking the lead just before halftime.

Returnee striker Kwame Opoku continued his fine form, scoring in the 44th minute to give Kotoko an edge. Opoku’s goal marked his second in as many games since rejoining the club.

Medeama, however, levelled the score in the second half through Kamaradini Mamudu, forcing the match to end in a stalemate.

Speaking in his post-match interview, Coach Ogum expressed his dissatisfaction with the result.

“The scoreline is not a true reflection of the game. We had several chances and should have won the game,” Narteh Ogum said.

The draw leaves Asante Kotoko in 6th place on the league table with 28 points, just one point ahead of Medeama, who sit 7th with 27 points.

Looking ahead, Kotoko will host Vision FC in their Matchday 17 clash, while Medeama will travel to face Nsoatreman FC.

Kapor parted ways with the Yellow and Mauve after his contract was not renewed.

His exit came in the aftermath of Medeama’s 3-2 loss to Vision FC during Matchday 13, leaving the team fifth on the league table with 21 points—three points off the top spot.

Adotey, who previously guided Medeama to their Ghana Premier League triumph in the 2022/23 season, steps in to lead the team until a permanent replacement is named.

Known for his extensive experience and success with the club, his appointment is expected to bring stability and a renewed push for the title.

In a statement released on Tuesday, Medeama confirmed that “both parties failed to reach an agreement on contract renewal,” citing the team’s inconsistent performances this season as a factor in the decision to part ways with Kapor.

Adotey’s first test will be a home fixture against Karela United at the TNA Park in the Matchday 14 games.

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The decision follows Medeama’s 3-2 loss to Vision FC on Saturday during Matchday 13 of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season.

Kapor, who signed a one-year deal in December 2023, departs after the two parties failed to reach an agreement on a contract extension.

“Both parties failed to reach an agreement on contract renewal,” the club revealed in a statement.

The club also expressed gratitude to the Bosnian coach for his efforts and extended their best wishes for his future endeavours.

Kapor’s exit comes amid a challenging campaign for Medeama SC. Despite being early favourites for the Ghana Premier League title, the team has struggled for consistency.

After 13 games, the Yellow and Mauves are three points behind the league leaders, with 21 points accumulated from six wins, three draws, and four losses.

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In the Matchday 9 clash, Medeama, also known as the Yellow Mauve, was defeated by the Phobians, with Kwabena Boateng and Mawuli Wayo scoring in the second half to secure the win for Hearts of Oak.

Following the match, Coach Kapor expressed his disappointment and acknowledged the challenge they faced against Hearts of Oak. He apologized to the fans, promising that the team would work hard to bounce back in their next game.

“It was a very difficult game. I’m really sorry because our players and because our supporters are in serious pain that we lost points here,” he said.

“From the beginning, we didn’t start well. We didn’t do well in the middle zone, and this is football. I won’t blame my players, and I can’t find an excuse. We must prepare better for our next match.

“I’m really sorry, but the fans should not give up,” Kapor added.

The loss leaves Medeama in 3rd place with 15 points as they prepare to face Dreams FC in Week 10 of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season.

The Phobians secured the win on Friday night at T & A Park in a challenging Matchday 9 encounter.

Kwabena Boateng opened the scoring in the 63rd minute, and Mawuli Wayo added a second goal in the 87th minute, securing three important points.

Following the match, Ouattara praised his team’s commitment, which he believes is driving their progress in the Ghana Premier League this season.

“This is football. We won because of our hard work. We will keep working hard, and for the next match, we will put in even more effort,” he said.

“Every game, we step onto the pitch aiming to win. When we don’t succeed, we regroup and return to the training ground to improve,” Ouattara added.

The win lifts Hearts of Oak to 7th place with 12 points. They will next face Vision FC in a Matchday 10 clash at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.

Makeshift right-back Emmanuel Amankwaah and recent signing Mawuli Wayo scored the crucial goals for the Phobians on Friday night.

Hearts head coach Aboubakar Ouattara made two changes to the previous week’s lineup, replacing Ahmed Ramzy with Salim Adams in central midfield and moving Yaw Baafi out of his right-back position in favor of Emmanuel Amankwaah, while Ransford Mensah returned to the team.

On the other side, Medeama’s coach Nebojsa Kapoor kept the same starting lineup that drew 2-2 with Aduana Stars.

The first half saw limited chances, with the only close call coming when Theophilus Collinson’s header was tipped over the bar after 11 minutes. The initial 30 minutes were largely uneventful.

After the break, Medeama intensified their attack, especially down the left wing. However, Hearts’ defense remained solid, successfully containing Medeama’s threats, particularly from Abdul Fatawu Sulemana and Kofi Babil.

Ten minutes into the second half, Sulemana found a gap in the penalty area, but Collinson’s swift move closed down David Boison, preventing a major threat. Shortly after, Diawusie Taylor and Babil attempted a combination play, but Kelvin Osei-Asibey’s timely intervention thwarted their efforts.

Hearts also had opportunities, though Saani Mohammed and Hussein Mohammed couldn’t capitalize on their chances.

The deadlock was broken in the 65th minute when Hamza Issa slipped past Nurudeen Abdulai, setting up Kwabena Boateng, who nudged the ball past Appiah Kubi for the first goal, igniting celebrations from Hearts fans.

With the lead, Hearts shifted to a defensive strategy, denying Medeama any chances to equalize. Osei-Asibey anchored the defense, successfully fending off Medeama’s attempts.

Near the end, Mawuli Wayo sealed the win by breaking through the center-backs and heading home a long ball from Benjamin Asare. Wayo’s follow-up ensured the ball crossed the line, amplifying the cheers from the crowd.

Despite having eight minutes to respond, Medeama couldn’t find a way back. The victory moved Hearts of Oak to seventh in the league with 12 points from nine games, while Medeama stayed in third with 15 points ahead of the weekend fixtures.

The Phobians will face off against the Yellow and Mauve side in the Matchday 9 fixture at TNA Park this Friday night.

Despite a disappointing start to the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season, where Hearts of Oak currently sit 11th in the standings with just 9 points after eight matches, Amankwah acknowledges the challenge ahead.

He recognizes that Medeama will present a tough test but remains confident in his team’s ability to achieve a favorable result.

“Medeama is a very strong team, and looking at the league table, they are doing very well. They have good players,” he said in his pre-match conference.

“Playing at home, they will come strongly, but trust me, Hearts of Oak is a great team, and we can get good results here,” he added.

In their last five encounters, Hearts of Oak have won three times against Medeama, who have claimed victory twice. The last time Hearts of Oak triumphed over Medeama in Tarkwa was in January 2023.

The eagerly awaited match is set to kick off at 18:00 GMT.

The match is set to take place at TNA Park on Friday, with kickoff scheduled for 18:00 GMT.

Hearts of Oak, known as the Rainbow Club, have struggled in the current 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season, currently sitting in 11th place with just 9 points after 8 matches.

Despite the Phobians’ difficult start, Kapor expressed confidence in the competitiveness of the matchup during a pre-match press conference.

“I’m always very happy when we play a match like this. It doesn’t matter where they stand on the table; it’s always an excellent match. We always prepare as if they are the best because they always have good players,” he said.

Kapor also emphasized that he is focused on his own team’s preparations, stating, “I don’t understand what their problem is, and that’s not my problem. I don’t deal with other teams, but we should prepare our team well.”

Both teams struggled to create clear-cut chances, with Medeama coming closest in the second half.

However, Hearts of Lions’ goalkeeper Lawrence Osei put on a stellar performance, making crucial saves that secured a valuable point for the visitors.

His efforts were so impressive that even Medeama fans showed their appreciation, applauding him and giving him cash after the match.

This was the first time this season that Medeama failed to score, having found the back of the net in their previous three games.

On the other hand, Bashiru Hayford’s Hearts of Lions recorded their second straight goalless draw and their fourth draw in five games. Their only win came against Hearts of Oak in Matchday 2.

Despite the draw, Medeama still tops the league standings with 10 points from four games.

They will be looking to extend their lead when they face FC Samartex in an outstanding fixture on Wednesday, October 10, 2024.

Hearts of Lions, currently in fourth place with seven points from five games, will hope to break their winless run when they host Vision FC in Matchday 6.

The remaining Premier League matches will take place later today at various venues.

His criticism followed his team’s narrow 1-0 victory over Legon Cities at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on Matchday 2 of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League.

Medeama secured the win thanks to a first-half goal from Mamudu Kamaradin.

After the match, the Bosnian coach expressed frustration with the quality of the pitches, calling on authorities to make improvements.

Kapor compared the Legon Cities stadium unfavourably to other facilities like Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi, and those in Accra and Cape Coast.

“Like Baba Yara Stadium (Kumasi), Accra and Cape Coast stadia, the Legon Stadium is also bad. Pitches in Ghana should be better.

“The ground should be better. This is something where there is a very big room for Ghana to improve.

Medeama SC, currently leading the Premier League, will face Basake Holy Stars at the Crosby Awuah Memorial Stadium on Friday, September 27.

Meanwhile, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has banned Baba Yara Stadium due to its poor playing surface.

As a result, the Black Stars will now play their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Sudan on neutral ground.

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The Yellow and Mauve made a strong start to the season, winning their first two matches.

They kicked off the campaign with a 1-0 victory over Accra Lions at the T&A Park and followed it up with another 1-0 win against Legon Cities at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, placing them at the top of the league table.

In an interview, Dr Aubynn outlined the club’s goals for the season, emphasizing their desire to reclaim the league title and return to the CAF Champions League.

“Having a standard stadium is good for our team. We are hoping to take every advantage to try and improve on our performance,” he said.

“We’ve challenged ourselves this time round again, that we should win the league and go to Africa (CAF Champions League) again.”

He also noted that with their own stadium in place, Medeama could have performed better in their previous CAF Champions League campaign.

“We are very sure that if we had our stadium during the previous encounter, we would have actually done much better (in the Champions League). What we need to do is to cross the first hurdle of winning the league,” he added.

Medeama SC’s next match is set for Friday, September 27, when they will face Basake Holy Stars at the Crosby Awuah Memorial Stadium.

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The Ghana Premier League side settled for a 2-2 draw with the Moroccan team in the first leg on Sunday at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Speaking after the match, Amadu shared his mixed feelings, praising his players for putting up a strong fight but expressing frustration over missed opportunities that could have secured a win.

“I’m not a happy person but I think we didn’t disgrace ourselves. It’s like the equalizer during the second half we just dished it out to them and we didn’t defend well in that situation. We were wasteful in front of the goal and that cost us,” Nurudeen Amadu said.

Looking ahead to the return leg, he added, “We are aware when you make minor mistakes, they punish you for it. Now we are going to fight because I have seen how they play and so I will also see how to strategize to go there.

“We will see how we will be resilient and so that we can go and fight them there,” Amadu added.

FC Samartex, in their debut appearance in the CAF Champions League, are determined to progress to the group stage.

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Following their defeat to FC Samartex in the 2023/24 season, Medeama is set on reclaiming their top spot.

As the new season is set to begin on September 6, Aubynn is optimistic about their chances.

He believes that winning both the Premier League and the FA Cup, along with competing in African tournaments, will provide them with a competitive edge.

“We are focused on securing the league title. In a competition of this magnitude, anything less than first place is unacceptable,” he told Graphic Sports.

“Medeama is no longer a newcomer; we’ve matured as a team, having previously won both the league and the FA Cup. We’ve also represented Ghana in African competitions.”

Aubynn underscored that Medeama’s growth and experience, combined with their past successes, reinforce their determination to win the league.

Medeama SC will commence their 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season with a home fixture against Accra Lions at T&A Park.

The Yellow and Mauve, who clinched the top-flight title two seasons ago, had a difficult campaign last season, finishing 8th with 69 points.

In an interview with 3Sports, Adotey stated, “The past is behind us. We aimed to defend our title, but unfortunately, it slipped away. Finishing eighth last season does not reflect well on Medeama.”

“Our goal now is to reclaim the title. By the end of this season, Medeama will be champions of Ghana,” he added.

In related news, Medeama SC’s head coach, Nebojsa Kapor has expressed his satisfaction with the team’s pre-season preparations.

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Amoako, a former Asante Kotoko goalkeeper, has committed to a two-year contract with the Yellow and Mauve.

“I am thrilled to be part of this ambitious club. Medeama SC has a strong vision for the future, and I am excited to contribute to the team’s success,” Amoako expressed on the club’s website.

“My focus will be on developing our goalkeepers to their fullest potential and ensuring they are ready for the challenges ahead,” he added.

Previously, Isaac Amoako served as the goalkeeper trainer for Nsoatreman FC, where he played a crucial role in enhancing the skills and performance of the club’s goalkeepers.

His expertise is expected to significantly bolster Medeama’s goalkeeping department, ensuring it is well-prepared and resilient.

In addition to his new role at Medeama SC, Amoako is also the goalkeeper trainer for Ghana’s U-20 team, the Black Satellites.

As the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season is set to begin on September 6, Medeama SC will kick off their campaign with a home game against Accra Lions at the TNA Park.

The accident reportedly occurred on Friday when the 35-year-old was travelling to his hometown, Dompim Pepesa.

His car crashed in Dadwen, a nearby town, resulting in his immediate death.

Sources indicate that, the car belonged to former Kotoko and Hearts defender, Samuel Nzemaba.

Hans Kwoffie enjoyed a distinguished career, playing for several clubs including Ashanti Gold, Medeama, Smouha of Egypt, Bechem United, and Legon Cities.

His sudden and untimely death has deeply saddened the football community.

At the Stade du 5 Juillet, the Ghana Premier League champions faced Belouizdad in their final group-stage match.

Although both teams were out of contention for the next round, the home side delivered a passionate performance for their fans.

Belouizdad took control of the game, avenging their previous 2-1 loss to Medeama. Midfielder Abdelraouf Benguit scored in the 27th minute, followed by Cameroonian forward Leonel Wamba extending the lead. Gambian attacker Lamin Jallow secured the win with the third goal.

Meanwhile, in the other game, Al Ahly secured a 1-0 victory over Young Africans, with both teams progressing to the quarter-finals.

Unfortunately, Medeama’s journey in the CAF Champions League came to an end along with Belouizdad’s.

Medeama SC will now shift their focus to the ongoing 23/24 Ghana Premier League season.

The team from Tarkwa saw their hopes dashed after Tanzanian side, Young Africans, secured a decisive victory against Algeria’s CR Belouzidad with a commanding 4-0 scoreline in their Group D encounter.

Following their earlier defeat to Al Ahly in Kumasi, Medeama SC was banking on a potential draw between Young Africans and Belouzidad to keep their slim chances alive for advancing to the quarterfinals.

However, Young Africans’ triumph has now mathematically ruled out any possibility for the Yellow and Mauve team to secure one of the top two positions in Group D.

Evans Adotey’s squad is scheduled to face CR Belouzidad in Algeria on March 3, marking their final group-stage match in the competition.