Former Black Stars player Yaw Preko has expressed concern over the current state of Hearts of Oak, describing the once-feared giants as lacking identity, energy, and the fighting spirit that once defined them.
Speaking to Sporty FM, Preko reflected on his recent encounter with Hearts while coaching Nsoatreman FC, revealing that the match, despite being competitive, exposed a team struggling to live up to its name.
“I played against Hearts of Oak while I was coaching Nsoatreman, and the flair was not there,” he said. “Something is missing, but I cannot pinpoint what it is. It was a difficult game, but it was also easy to play against Hearts of Oak.”
Preko, a former Hearts player himself, lamented the lack of intensity in the current squad—a stark contrast to the club’s storied past.
“They look spiritless, and even when you are losing against them, you know you can rally back and beat them,” he added.
The club has been on a decline since winning the league title in 2021. They have gone trophyless three seasons consecutive and could make it four this season.
