Zone One A leaders Sankara Nationals saw their impressive six-game unbeaten run come to an end after suffering a shocking 2-1 away defeat to newly promoted Kalibi SC at the Malik Jabir Park in Wa on Saturday.

Kalibi SC took an early lead through Abdul Karimu Adamu, who found the back of the net in the 12th minute to give the hosts a narrow advantage at the break. Sankara Nationals responded strongly after the restart, with Gabriel Asampana restoring parity in the 63rd minute with a brilliant finish. Fuowie Kanwei struck just five minutes later to hand Kalibi SC a stunning 2-1 victory at home. The impressive triumph brought an end to Kalibi SC's frustrating five-game winless streak in the league.

Elsewhere Former Premier League side Real Tamale United FC continued their pursuit of Zone One A leaders Sankara Nationals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Wa Power SC at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium on Sunday. After a tightly contested first half ended goalless, Ibrahim Adam emerged as the match-winner, scoring a dramatic stoppage-time goal to secure all three points for the home side. The victory was Real Tamale United's fourth league win of the campaign after seven matches, taking their points tally to 14 and leaving them just two points behind the league leaders.

Meanwhile Mighty Royals climbed to the summit of Zone One B following an impressive 2-1 home victory over previously league leaders Victory Club Warriors at the Adehyeman Park in Wamanafo on Sunday. Osman Zackaria was the standout performer for the hosts, opening the scoring in the 12th minute before doubling Mighty Royals' advantage with his second goal in the 33rd minute.

Victory Club Warriors came out with renewed determination after the break and reduced the deficit in the 52nd minute through Mahama Sumaila. But Mighty Royals held on to secure a crucial victory. The win takes Mighty Royals' points tally to 13 after seven matches, moving them to the top of the Zone One B table.

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