Accra Hearts of Oak are set to face Aduana FC in a crucial matchday 5 Premier League encounter on Friday, October 4, 2024, at the University of Ghana Stadium.

The Phobians are eager to secure their second consecutive home win in what promises to be a thrilling matchup under the lights.

After a difficult start to the 2024/25 season, Hearts of Oak breathed new life into their campaign with a much-needed victory over Bechem United at home, followed by a solid point earned away at Nations FC last weekend.

Now back in the capital, they will be hoping to carry that momentum forward when they host Aduana FC, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 GMT.

Hearts of Oak have had a mixed start, with one win, one draw, and two losses from their opening four games.

They are keen to add another three points to their tally as they aim to climb the league table. However, standing in their way is Aduana FC, a team desperate to turn their season around.

Aduana FC have endured a difficult campaign so far, sitting in 17th place with just two points.

They remain winless after four matches, having recorded two draws and two defeats.

Their defense has leaked six goals while only managing to score four, putting them in a precarious position.

Their struggles away from home have been particularly concerning, with the club suffering the most away defeats (14) in the league since 2023.

Historically, matches between Hearts of Oak and Aduana FC at home have been tightly contested.

The Phobians have played Aduana three times at home since the 2020/21 season, winning once, drawing once, and losing twice.

Their last victory over Aduana at home came in the 2020/21 season with a 2-0 scoreline. However, Aduana FC have had the upper hand in recent seasons, securing a 1-0 win last season and a 2-0 win the season before.

Both Hearts of Oak coach Aboubakar Ouattara and Aduana's Yaw Acheampong will be under pressure to deliver a result, with both sides in need of points for different reasons.

The Friday night showdown at the University of Ghana Stadium is shaping up to be a decisive battle for both teams, as they seek to change their fortunes in the early stages of the season.