At the Nsenkyire Sports Arena, Samartex FC showcased their dominance by clinching a hard-fought 2-1 triumph against RTU in an intense clash during Week 12 of the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League.
The home team wasted no time as Baba Hamadu Musah, the red-hot striker for the Timber Giants, swiftly struck early, granting Samartex the lead merely 7 minutes into the game. Musah’s relentless pursuit of goals continued after halftime, securing his brace with a clinical finish in the 65th minute, doubling the host’s advantage.
RTU mounted a late comeback effort with Alhassan Makuyeli finding the net in stoppage time, but it wasn’t enough to alter the final outcome. Samartex held on to claim their sixth consecutive home victory in a thrilling encounter.
This triumph propels the Timber Giants to the 3rd position on the league standings, amassing 20 points, a mere one point adrift of the table-toppers, Aduana.
In contrast, RTU finds themselves positioned 14th with 14 points. The Pride of the North gears up to host the defending champions, Medeama, in their next challenge, while Samartex sets their sights on an away fixture against Bofoakwa Tano.
Samartex’s formidable home form and Musah’s goal-scoring prowess underscore their competitive edge in the Ghana Premier League, setting the stage for further exhilarating clashes in the upcoming fixtures.