Medeama SC suffered their first defeat of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season, while Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko recorded important victories during an eventful Matchday Seven.

The weekend’s fixtures produced a significant shift in the title race, with FC Samartex 1996 ending Medeama’s unbeaten run through a dramatic 2-1 victory at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena. Hearts of Oak defeated Vision FC 1-0, while Kotoko returned to winning ways with a 2-1 triumph over Young Apostles.

Samartex snatch late victory over Medeama

Samartex claimed all three points after a tense encounter against the defending champions. Joshuah Fuseini gave the home side the lead in the 54th minute before Dominic Amponsah equalised for Medeama in the 79th minute.

With the contest appearing destined for a draw, Christian Agyenim struck in stoppage time to secure a memorable victory for Samartex and end Medeama’s unbeaten start to the campaign.

Hearts of Oak edge Vision FC

Hearts of Oak continued their recovery with a hard-fought 1-0 away victory over Vision FC at the Nii Adjei Kraku II Sports Complex in Tema.

Substitute Kwesi Asmah scored the decisive goal in the 86th minute, converting after a loose clearance inside the penalty area. The victory strengthened the Phobians’ position among the early contenders for the league title.

Kotoko return to winning ways

Asante Kotoko also collected three valuable points by beating Young Apostles 2-1 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.

Hubert Gyau opened the scoring in the second half before Solomon Asaah doubled Kotoko’s advantage. Young Apostles pulled one back through Iddrisu Huzaif in stoppage time, but Kotoko held on to secure the win.

The result offered the Porcupine Warriors a boost after their previous defeat to Swedru All Blacks.

Title race remains tight

Despite their loss, Medeama remained on 14 points after seven matches. They were level on points with Hearts of Oak and Samartex, leaving the three sides closely positioned at the top of the standings.

The latest results underline the competitiveness of the early season, with several clubs looking to establish consistency as the campaign progresses.

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