Medeama SC Reclaims Top Spot in Ghana Premier League as Hearts of Oak Defends Benjamin Asare

Medeama SC has surged back to the summit of the Ghana Premier League (GPL) following a decisive 2-0 victory over Eleven Wonders during Match Week 27. The win at the Tarkwa and Aboso Stadium marks a significant turning point in the title race, placing the Tarkwa-based side one point ahead of their closest rivals, Bibiani Gold Stars FC. Meanwhile, off the pitch, Accra Hearts of Oak has moved swiftly to dismiss what they describe as defamatory allegations against their goalkeeper, Benjamin Asare, who is currently representing Ghana on national duty.

The match against Eleven Wonders saw Medeama SC end a recent winless streak with a clinical first-half performance. Kelvin Obeng opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, providing the much-needed breakthrough for the home side. Just six minutes later, Salim Adams doubled the advantage with a well-executed free-kick. Despite dominating possession and creating several more scoring opportunities throughout the remainder of the contest, Medeama was unable to add further to their tally. Nevertheless, the two-goal cushion was sufficient to secure the three points and apply significant pressure on Bibiani Gold Stars, who are scheduled to face Karela United FC in their upcoming fixture.

In a separate development affecting the league's landscape, Accra Hearts of Oak issued a strongly worded statement on March 28, 2026, refuting claims made against their star goalkeeper, Benjamin Asare. The club confirmed that after consulting with the Ghana Football Association (GFA), they found the circulating rumors to be entirely baseless and false. The Phobians have taken the matter a step further by reporting the purveyors of this misinformation to law enforcement agencies for investigation. The club assured its supporters that Asare remains in good spirits and is fully focused on his national team commitments, urging fans to disregard the malicious reports.

As the 2025/2026 GPL season enters its final stages, the race for the championship is reaching a fever pitch. Medeama's ascent to the top puts the onus on Bibiani Gold Stars to respond in their game in hand to stay in contention. On the administrative side, the proactive stance taken by Hearts of Oak highlights the growing concern over the impact of misinformation on player welfare and club reputation. With the season nearing its climax, the focus remains split between high-stakes performances on the field and the maintenance of professional integrity off it.