Medeama Sporting Club triumphed over Basake Holy Stars in a thrilling Western Region derby at the T&N Stadium in Tarkwa, securing a hard-fought 2-1 win. Both teams came into this Ghana Premier League matchday 21 outstanding encounter determined to claim all three points, making for an intense and high-energy match.
Basake Holy Stars drew first blood in the 14th minute, with Issah Yakubu leading the charge by finding the back of the net. However, Medeama’s Kamaradini Mamudu responded just before halftime, leveling the score at 1-1 in the 43rd minute, keeping the match finely poised as both teams showed attacking intent and defensive resilience.
The second half was a tactical battle, with both sides looking for the breakthrough. In the 85th minute, Medeama was awarded a penalty, but Holy Stars goalkeeper Abdul Wahab Abubakar produced a stunning save, keeping the game alive. Despite the missed opportunity by Yusif Mubarik, Medeama maintained their momentum and in dramatic fashion, Derrick Fodjour netted the match-winning goal in the dying seconds of added time, securing the victory for his side.
With this crucial win, Medeama climbs to 4th place in the league standings with 38 points, while Basake Holy Stars remain in 13th position with 28 points. The loss means that a win for Vision FC against FC Samartex tomorrow could see Holy Stars drop to 14th, intensifying the pressure to avoid relegation. Up next for Basake Holy Stars is a tough home clash with Berekum Chelsea on April 6th at the Awulae Amihere Kpanyinli III Sports Arena in Ampain.