{
  "id": 15239242,
  "title": "Kwesi Asmah strikes late to hand Hearts of Oak narrow win over Vision FC",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/kwesi-asmah-strikes-late-to-hand-hearts-of-oak-narrow-win-over-vision",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-17T16:55:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "3News",
    "slug": "3news",
    "url": "https://3news.com/sports/kwesi-asmah-strikes-late-to-hand-hearts-of-oak-narrow-win-over-vision-fc"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a thrilling Ghana Premier League Matchday 7 match at the Nii Adjei Kraku II Sports Complex in Tema New Town on Saturday, Hearts of Oak secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Vision FC. Midway through the game, Kwesi Asmah scored a late winner to claim the crucial three points for the Phobians and extend their momentum following a narrow triumph over Port City FC in the previous match. The result provides a much-needed boost for Hearts as they aim to maintain their position among the league's top teams after a mixed start to the campaign. Hearts had previously recorded two wins, two draws, and one defeat in their last five league matches. Vision, on the other hand, were searching for their first win in five league matches, having suffered a 4-2 defeat to Bechem United in their previous fixture. Despite being difficult to beat at home, Vision could not find the back of the net in this encounter after Asmah's late intervention. The victory gives Hearts two consecutive league wins and an essential three points, while Vision must now regroup after missing the opportunity to capitalize on their strong home form. Phobians defender Kelvin Osei Asibey was named NASCO Man of the Match for the second consecutive match, showcasing his outstanding defensive performance.",
  "summary": "Kwesi Asmah scored an 86th-minute winner as Hearts of Oak claimed a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Vision FC in their Ghana Premier League Matchday 7 encounter at the Nii Adjei Kraku II Sports Complex in Tema New Town on Saturday.",
  "key_points": [
    "Hearts of Oak wins 1-0 against Vision FC",
    "Kwesi Asmah scores late winner",
    "Kelvin Osei Asibey named NASCO Man of the Match"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}