FC Samartex 1996 snatched a dramatic 2-1 victory over Ghana Premier League leaders and defending champions Medeama SC at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena, with Christian Agyenim Boateng scoring a stoppage time winner to seal a memorable triumph for the Timber Giants.

The two sides battled to a goalless first half, with neither able to find the breakthrough in a tightly contested opening 45 minutes. However, the hosts returned from the interval with renewed determination and took the lead in the 56th minute through Josuah Fusieni, who powered home to ignite celebrations among the home supporters.

Medeama responded by increasing the pressure in search of an equaliser, testing Samartex’s defensive resolve as the game progressed. Their persistence eventually paid off in the 79th minute when Dominic Amponsah found space inside the penalty area and calmly finished to restore parity and set up a tense finale.

With the match seemingly heading towards a draw, Samartex delivered the decisive blow in the 93rd minute. Christian Agyenim Boateng capitalised on an opportunity to find the net, sending the home crowd into wild celebrations and handing the Timber Giants all three points in a thrilling finish.

The victory takes Samartex to 14 points after seven matches, drawing them level with Medeama at the top of the Ghana Premier League standings. The result also deals a significant blow to Medeama’s hopes of maintaining their advantage at the summit, while underlining Samartex’s growing credentials as genuine contenders in the early stages of the campaign.