Under the guidance of their new coach Nurudeen Amadu, FC Samartex 1996 made a triumphant start to their 2023-24 Ghana Premier League campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Aduana Stars at the Nsenkyire Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
The Timber Boys, as they are affectionately known, secured their first three points of the season thanks to a goal from their newly signed player, Michael Ephson. Making his debut for Samartex, Ephson made an immediate impact by finding the back of the net in the 33rd minute.
It was a well-executed team effort that led to the crucial goal. Midfielder Emmanuel Keyekeh delivered a pinpoint long pass to Baba Hamadu Musa, who displayed remarkable control before delicately chipping the ball towards the goal. The shot hit the post, and Ephson was perfectly positioned to pounce on the rebound and convert it into a goal.
As the second half kicked off, Aduana Stars emerged as a more formidable side, determined to equalize. However, despite their concerted efforts, they were unable to breach the resolute Samartex defense and missed several clear scoring opportunities.
The Samartex players exhibited great determination and defensive prowess, thwarting Aduana’s attacks and securing their slender lead until the final whistle. It was a hard-fought victory that highlighted the team’s resilience and ability to grind out results.
Coach Nurudeen Amadu can be proud of his squad’s disciplined performance, particularly in defense. With this important win, FC Samartex 1996 has set a positive tone for the rest of the season and announced their intentions to challenge for honors in the Ghana Premier League.
The fans who gathered at the Nsenkyire Stadium witnessed an enthralling contest, with FC Samartex 1996 emerging as the victorious side. As the league progresses, the Timber Boys will seek to build on this momentum and showcase their capabilities further to their devoted supporters.
