Bernard Kesse scored a decisive second-half goal as Accra Lions triumphed over Dreams FC in the penultimate game of the Ghana Premier League season.
The winger broke the deadlock by firing past Dreams FC’s goalkeeper Solomon Agbasi from inside the box. Earlier in the game, Accra Lions came close to scoring when Dominic Amponsah sent in a cross that nearly resulted in an own goal. Dreams FC had a chance to settle from a freekick at the edge of their opponent’s box, but Issah Aziz’s strike hit the wall.
The hosts almost took the lead moments later after a swift play on the left saw Mohammed Yahaya lay the ball to David Oduro, who cut back for Seidu Sadat. The midfielder’s strike, however, missed by inches. Just before half-time, John Antwi rose high to head a cross from Eric Danso, but it did not trouble Accra Lions’ goalkeeper Daniel Afful.
After the break, Dominic Amponsah struck the post following a quick start by Accra Lions. The pressure from the hosts paid off on the hour mark when Bernard Kesse scored the opening goal, receiving a pass in the box and making no mistake with his left foot.
A minute later, Accra Lions nearly doubled their lead when Yahaya was served in the box, but his first control let him down. Dreams FC responded at the other end but could not find the back of the net. The visitors launched a late onslaught in pursuit of an equalizer, but Afful made a great save with five minutes remaining.
Accra Lions had one last opportunity through Abdul Shakun, but the winger faltered, sealing the win for the hosts.
