GPL 2026/27: Hearts held by Bechem as Kotoko, Samartex share spoils
At the Nsenkyire Sports Arena, Kotoko goalkeeper Ibrahim Danlad saved a penalty in the 66th minute before former Samartex striker Emmanuel Mamah headed the visitors into the lead nine minutes later.
Hearts of Oak suffered their first goalless draw of the season, losing 0-0 to Bechem United in the Ghana Premier League. In a closely contested match at the University of Ghana Stadium, Bechem managed to frustrate Hearts' attacking efforts, keeping a clean sheet and extending their unbeaten run. The result kept Hearts atop the table with an unbeaten start to three matches.
Meanwhile, Asante Kotoko and Samartex shared a 1-1 draw at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena. In that game, Kotoko's goalkeeper Ibrahim Danlad made a crucial penalty save before former Samartex striker Emmanuel Mamah scored the opening goal. Christian Agyenim Boateng equalised shortly after to secure Samartex's unbeaten home record. After the match, Samartex climbed to second place, tying Hearts on points, while Kotoko remained fourth with five points from three matches, still without an away win.
The matches of matchday three saw Port City FC defeat Berekum Chelsea 2-1, Aduana FC beating Karela United 2-1, and Debibi United triumphing over Young Apostles 3-0. Dreams FC suffered a heavy defeat to Goldstars SC 2-3. Samartex will face Swedru All Blacks, Hearts will host Karela United, and Kotoko will play against Aduana FC in their upcoming matches.
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