Gold Stars upset hearts to stay on top… Kotoko Holy Stars Draw | General sports

Bibiani Gold Stars Football Club maintained its unbeaten run in the ongoing Ghana Premier League (GPL) by defeating Accra Hearts of Oak 1-0 in matchday eight played at the University of Ghana Stadium yesterday.

Striker Samuel Atta Kusi scored the only goal of the game in the 70th minute to keep his team at the top of the league standings with 18 points.

After a scoreless first half where chances were even for both sides, substitute Michael Nkoah worked his magic for the Gold Stars after joining the game in the 57th minute.

His inclusion added spice to their attacking play as the Phobians had a tough time keeping him on the flanks.

In one of his forays, he passed Emmanuel Amankwa and passed to Samuel Attah Kusi, who fired past goalkeeper Benjamin Asre for the only goal.

Hearts equalized and were awarded a penalty after Asamoah Boateng was brought down in the area, but Hamza Issa missed in the 75th minute.

In the 90th minute, the visitors were close to doubling their lead, but the situation was saved by Hearts goalkeeper Asare.

At the Crosby Awuah Memorial Stadium in Nzema Anyase Kumasi, Asante Kotoko survived a late game from Basake Holy Stars to draw 1-1 in their round eight match.

Hitman Albert Amoah gave the Porcupine Warriors the lead in the 36th minute.

Returning from the break, the hosts did their best to put pressure on Kotoko, who defended bravely.

The defense succumbed to pressure in the 81st minute when S. Tenedo equalized.

The game then moved from one end to the other as both sides looked for a winner but failed to score.

Kotoko will travel south to face Legon Cities in an outstanding midweek match at the University of Ghana Stadium on Wednesday.