In a high-stakes Ghana Premier League matchday six fixture, the Bibiani Goldstars failed to capitalize on their home ground advantage as they were held to a thrilling draw by newly-promoted Heart of Lions at the Dun’s Park in Bibiani. This intense encounter saw both teams exhibit remarkable resilience and skill.
Lions, eager to maintain their unbeaten streak, faced an early setback as the Goldstars took a commanding two-goal lead. The home team’s head coach, Michael Osei, made two key changes to his lineup from the previous round, including the return of Appiah McCarthy to the starting eleven. This tactical adjustment paid off when Alex Aso broke the deadlock with a well-placed shot just before half-time.
Goldstars continued to assert their dominance, with McCarthy extending their lead with a fine finish nine minutes into the second half. However, Lions were not to be outdone, as Mustapha Yakubu swiftly pulled one back for the visitors two minutes later, igniting hopes of a comeback.
The turnaround for Lions was completed when their captain, Ebenezer Abban, scored the equalizing goal in the 72nd minute. The dramatic match ended in a well-fought draw, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
With this result, Heart of Lions extended their drawing streak to five matches, while Goldstars were left to rue their missed opportunity to secure a home victory. The Ghana Premier League continues to deliver excitement and unpredictability, making it a must-watch for football enthusiasts.