The 2025/26 Ghana Premier League delivered intense drama, late goals, and standout performances across all venues.
Aduana FC climbed to the top, Hearts of Oak returned to form, and Asante Kotoko thrilled fans with a statement victory.
Every team fought with determination as the title race and relegation battles began to take shape.
Below is a full breakdown of every match from an action-packed Week 8.
Bechem United 0-0 Nations FC
Bechem United failed to break down Nations FC in a tight goalless draw at Nana Fosu Gyeabour Stadium on Friday.
The hosts dominated from start to finish but missed several scoring chances.
Nations FC defended deep under new coach Frimpong Manso and resisted heavy pressure.
Both sides earned a point after an intense contest.
Bechem United now sit 14th in the league standings.
They next face Young Apostles in Week 9.
Nations FC move to ninth and return home to meet Hohoe United.
Coach Frimpong Manso will chase his first win in that match.
Hohoe United 1-1 Medeama SC
Hohoe United shared the spoils with Medeama SC in a spirited 1-1 draw at Hohoe Sports Stadium on Saturday.
Francis Odoom gave Hohoe an early ninth-minute lead after a defensive lapse.
Medeama responded strongly and controlled possession after falling behind.
Abdul Salam equalised in the 43rd minute with a composed finish.
The second half featured end-to-end action as both teams pushed forward.
Medeama recorded 13 shots, while Hohoe managed seven.
Both sides failed to score again as the match ended level.
Medeama will host Aduana FC next.
Hohoe United will visit Nations FC seeking a positive result.
Swedru All Blacks 1-1 Heart of Lions
Swedru All Blacks fought back late to draw 1-1 with Heart of Lions on Sunday afternoon.
Chauncy Freeman put Lions ahead in first-half stoppage time.
The visitors looked set for victory until All Blacks struck back in the 88th minute.
The hosts attacked relentlessly and earned their point through sheer effort.
Lions enjoyed 54% possession, slightly better than the hosts’ 46%.
Both sides created good chances but lacked clinical finishing.
Heart of Lions now drop to fifth in the table.
They next face Berekum Chelsea away.
Swedru All Blacks remain winless and travel to meet Samartex.
Basake Holy Stars 1-2 Hearts of Oak
Hearts of Oak returned to winning ways with a 2-1 win over Basake Holy Stars in Ampain.
The Phobians showed character after a tough run of results.
Frank Abora Duku converted a penalty just before halftime to open the scoring.
Hamza Issah doubled the lead in the 59th minute with a neat finish.
Holy Stars pulled one back through Issah Yakubu’s penalty in the 68th minute.
The hosts pressed late, but Hearts stayed composed and defended well.
The victory moves Hearts closer to the top of the league.
Holy Stars remain bottom without a win after eight matches.
Berekum Chelsea 1-0 Vision FC
Berekum Chelsea edged Vision FC 1-0 to end their three-game winless run at Golden City Park.
Chelsea controlled the match with energy and determination.
Seidu Abubakar scored the decisive goal, becoming the club’s fifth scorer this season.
Despite creating many chances, Chelsea could not extend their lead.
The result eases pressure on coach Samuel Boadu after recent struggles.
Chelsea now hold eight points in the table.
They next travel to face Heart of Lions at Kpando.
Vision FC suffered a second straight defeat away from home.
They aim to respond against Eleven Wonders next weekend.
Dreams FC 2-0 FC Samartex
Dreams FC defeated FC Samartex 2-0 at the Tuba Astro Turf on Sunday.
The hosts scored in each half to seal a confident win.
Suraj Seidu broke the deadlock after 30 minutes with a low strike.
Jonathan Nemorden came off the bench to score the second in the 85th minute.
Coach Winfred Dormon’s side climbed out of the relegation zone.
Dreams showed composure and teamwork throughout the game.
Samartex struggled to match their tempo and suffered their first defeat of the season.
Dreams will face Karela United away next.
Samartex host Swedru All Blacks in their upcoming match.
Eleven Wonders 0-1 Aduana FC
Aduana FC clinched a narrow 1-0 victory over Eleven Wonders at the University of Ghana Stadium.
Both sides battled hard in a tense affair filled with missed chances.
Charles Gyamfi Kamara scored the winner four minutes from time.
He rose highest to head home Remember Adomako’s cross.
Coach Cioaba Aristica’s team pressed harder after a slow first half.
The win moves Aduana to the top of the Ghana Premier League table.
Eleven Wonders’ winless run continues after eight matches.
They have earned only two points this season.
Aduana will host Medeama FC next weekend.
Asante Kotoko 4-2 Karela United
Asante Kotoko produced a thrilling 4-2 victory over Karela United at the Baba Yara Stadium.
Hubert Gyau fired Kotoko ahead with a long-range strike in the sixth minute.
Bless Ege equalised soon after for Karela with a calm finish.
Gyau restored Kotoko’s lead with another stunning effort before halftime.
Seth Kwadwo added a third with a header just before the break.
Peter Amidu Acquah scored the fourth in the second half.
Karela pulled one back in the 72nd minute but never threatened Kotoko’s control.
Kotoko dominated with 62% possession and ten total shots.
They now prepare to face Hearts of Oak next weekend.
Bibiani Gold Stars 1-0 Young Apostles
Bibiani Gold Stars edged Young Apostles 1-0 at Dun’s Park on Sunday.
Samuel Atta Kumi scored the only goal in the first half.
The forward’s strike marked his seventh of the season.
Gold Stars climbed to fourth place with 16 points.
Young Apostles suffered their second defeat of the campaign.
They now sit ninth with 11 points in the standings.
Gold Stars will host Karela United in their next fixture.
Young Apostles will face Bechem United in Week 9.
