Basake Holy Stars FC secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Karela United in a thrilling Ghana Premier League clash at the Awulae Amihere Kpanyinli III Sports Arena, with Bismark Teye earning the Most Valuable Player accolade for his decisive performance.
Substitutes Teye and Quaison, brought on at halftime for Patrick Ocran and Matthew Mensah, injected much-needed energy and creativity into the Holy Stars’ attack, ultimately proving pivotal in the outcome of the contest.
The breakthrough came in the second half when Gideon Quaison unleashed a powerful shot, only for Daniel Afadwzu to make a superb save. Teye, alert to the rebound, reacted instinctively and powered a precise header into the back of the net, sending the home fans into jubilation.
Following the goal, Holy Stars displayed steadfast defensive organization, frustrating Karela United’s attempts to find an equalizer. Teye’s vision, sharp movement, and clinical finishing earned him the MVP award, underscoring his influence on the match.
This hard-earned win moves Basake Holy Stars up the Ghana Premier League standings, reflecting their growing consistency, while Karela United will look to regroup ahead of their next fixture.