Hearts of Oak’s impressive winning streak under coach Aboubakar Ouattara came to an abrupt halt on Monday as they were held to a draw by Bofoakwa Tano in a thrilling encounter in Sogakope.
The Phobians, who had clinched victories in their previous two matches, entered the clash as heavy favorites. They started strong, with Salifu Ibrahim opening the scoring in the 23rd minute with a clinical finish, showcasing their dominance in the first half with numerous chances created and control over the game’s pace.
However, Bofoakwa Tano refused to back down, displaying resilience and determination. In the second half, they capitalized on some defensive lapses from Hearts of Oak, as Emmanuel Agyenim took advantage of a mistake from newly appointed captain Kofi Agbesimah to level the score.
Despite Ouattara’s side pushing hard for a winner, Bofoakwa held firm, securing a valuable point. The result leaves Hearts of Oak in eighth place, trailing the league leaders by seven points.
Although the draw represents a setback for Hearts of Oak, Ouattara’s impact on the team is undeniable, and they will be eager to bounce back in their next fixture against Dreams FC on Thursday.
On the other hand, Bofoakwa Tano continues to face challenges, having not secured a victory since early November. However, this hard-fought draw against a revitalized Hearts of Oak side serves as a morale boost for the struggling team, showing signs of potential improvement in their future matches.
