In an exhilarating match held on Sunday, Medeama SC emerged as the champions of the Ghanaian Super Cup, also known as the “champions of champions” trophy, defeating Dreams FC with a hard-fought 2-1 victory. The game took place at the Cape Coast stadium and marked the beginning of the new football season.
Both teams started off strongly, creating several scoring opportunities in the initial stages of the match, but were unable to convert them into goals. However, Medeama had a breakthrough moment in the 19th minute when Jonathan Sowah, one of their key players, put them in the lead. Just three minutes later, Sowah struck again with an impressive goal, extending Medeama’s lead to 2-0.
With a comfortable two-goal advantage, the “Yellow and Mauves” took control of the game and managed it well until the conclusion of the first half. The FA Cup champions, Dreams FC, returned from the halftime break determined to find a way back into the match and launched relentless attacks, utilizing all their resources.
Their efforts paid off in the 78th minute when Dreams FC was awarded a penalty, which they converted into a goal, reducing the deficit to 2-1. Dreams FC continued to press for an equalizer and made several attempts to breach Medeama’s defense, but their efforts fell short, leading to their defeat in the match.
By holding on to their lead, Medeama secured their second Ghanaian Super Cup title, adding to their previous victory in the 2015 edition. The team demonstrated excellent composure and determination throughout the game, showcasing their potential for the upcoming season.
Football enthusiasts can now eagerly anticipate the start of the Ghana Premier League 2023/24 season, which is set to begin on the weekends of September 15.
