Accra Hearts of Oak are set to undertake a lengthy journey to the Western North to face the reigning champions of the Ghana Premier League, Bibiani Goldstars, on matchday 24 of the league.
This significant match between the teams in 2nd and 3rd place has the potential to alter the league standings, as both teams aspire to secure the championship title.
With 11 matches remaining in the season, Gold Stars currently hold the second position with 42 points, which is 3 points behind Medeama, while the Phobians occupy the third position with 40 points from 23 matches.
WHO IS THE FAVORITE?
Bibiani Goldstars possesses the capability to secure maximum points on Sunday, considering their home record this season.
The hosts remain undefeated at home this season, having accumulated 29 points from 11 matches, with 9 victories and 2 draws. This positions them as the team with the strongest home performance in the current campaign.
They enter this match following an unbeaten streak of three games, having achieved victories against Swedru All Blacks, Basake Holy Stars, and a 2-1 win over Heart of Lions in Kpando.
Conversely, Hearts of Oak also has a commendable away record, which provides them with an advantage in the upcoming clash on Sunday.
They have experienced two losses in away matches overall and remain unbeaten in the second half of the league. They are ranked first as the top away performers, having garnered 22 points from 12 games (6 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses).
Coach Didi Dramani’s team is also unbeaten in their last six matches, securing 3 wins and 3 draws.
Additionally, they have triumphed in their last three away games, the latest being a 1-0 victory against Asante Kotoko.
Furthermore, Hearts of Oak has never suffered a league defeat at Dun’s Park against Gold Stars, a statistic that provides the Phobians with an advantage over the defending champions.
In their last four visits to the Western North, they have recorded 1 win and 3 draws.
TAKE NOTE
Kick-off at 3 PM at the Dun’s Park on Sunday.
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