On matchday-28 of the Ghana Premier League, Accra Hearts of Oak are set to face off against Accra Lions in an eagerly anticipated capital derby on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

The Phobians are seeking redemption after suffering a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Legon Cities in their previous outing and will be determined to bounce back strongly against their city rivals.

Meanwhile, Accra Lions enter the fixture with confidence following a 1-1 draw against Karela United in their last match.

Hearts of Oak currently sit 11th on the league table with 35 points from 27 matches, having experienced a mixed run of form with 1 win and 4 defeats in their last 5 league games.

Despite their struggles, they have been relatively strong at home, accumulating 23 points from 13 games, scoring 17 goals and conceding 9. However, they rank 5th in terms of home points accumulation this season.

On the other hand, Accra Lions occupy the 6th position with 40 points after matchday 27, having secured 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 defeat in their last 5 league matches.

While they have been impressive away from home, picking up 13 points, they are winless in their last 3 away games.

Historically, Hearts of Oak have dominated encounters against Accra Lions at home, winning twice since Lions' qualification to the Premier League.

In the 2021/22 season, Hearts secured a 2-0 victory, followed by a 1-0 win in the 2022/23 season.

Key players expected to feature for Hearts of Oak include Hamza Issah, Linda Mtange, Salifu Ibrahim, David Oppong Afrane, Yaw Baafi, Kassim Cisse, Denis Korsah, Salim Adams, Kofi Agbesimah, Enock Asubonteng, Thomas Winimi, Micheal Ampadu, and Martin Karikari.

Accra Lions will rely on the talents of players such as Mohammed Yahaya, Dominic Amponsah, Mohammed Ali, Blessing Dankwah, Daniel Awuni, Baba Salifu Apiiga, Musa Hamzata, David Oduro, Remember Adomako Boateng, Bernard Kesse, and Issah Husein for this crucial encounter.