Medeama claimed a 1-0 victory over Samartex 1996 in the Western derby, with Jonathan Sowah emerging as the hero after his decisive penalty kick.
The high-stakes clash at the Akoon Community Park had fans on the edge of their seats as both teams fought fiercely for supremacy. The Premier League champions made a single change from their midweek success over Nations FC, with striker Daniel Lomotey stepping in for Nana Kofi Babil in an exciting two-way attack alongside star player Jonathan Sowah.
The defining moment of the match came three minutes into injury time in the first half when Jean Vital Ourega was brought down in the penalty box, providing Sowah with the opportunity to step up and take the crucial penalty. Sowah’s confident strike left the goalkeeper with no chance, giving Medeama a 1-0 lead.
Medeama displayed a spirited start to the game, employing a high-tempo approach that kept the visitors, Samartex, on the defensive with a series of early attacks. The duo of Fordjour Azaria and Theophilus Anobah combined effectively down the left flank, setting up a golden opportunity in the first five minutes. However, Lomotey’s attempt went wide, leaving the home fans eagerly anticipating more goals.
The second half saw Samartex showing more of an attacking force, but the Medeama defensive pair of Nurudeen Abdulai and Kofi Asmah remained resolute in thwarting the opposing onslaught.
This victory marked the second consecutive win for the Premier League champions, following their 1-0 success over Nations FC earlier in the week. The team now carries this positive momentum to the capital, where they are set to clash with giants Hearts of Oak in an epic match on Wednesday, November 1, 2023.
However,Samartex will return to the Nsenkyire stadium to face Legon Cities, who managed a 1-0 victory over Dreams FC at the El-Wak Stadium.
