Hearts of Oak stun Medeama with a thrilling victory in Tarkwa

Hearts of Oak delivered a striking performance to secure a 2-0 victory over Medeama SC at the TnA Stadium in a Friday night showdown, handing the Mauve and Yellow their first home defeat of the season.

Meanwhile, FC Samartex 1996 snatched a dramatic point with a last-minute goal to draw against Accra Lions in another exciting Premier League clash.

The Phobians' counter-attacking strategy proved decisive, with two well-timed goals. Kwabena Boateng opened the scoring in the 63rd minute, capitalizing on a defensive error by Nurudeen Abdulai, slipping past goalkeeper Appiah Kubi with a clinical finish.

Mawuli Wayo sealed the win in the 88th minute, heading in brilliantly past Abdulai and Kamaradini Mamudu to beat Kubi once more.

Despite controlling possession, Medeama struggled to convert their opportunities, with Diawise Taylor missing multiple chances to get on the scoresheet.

The Phobians’ victory propels them to 7th in the table with 12 points, while Medeama holds their position at third with 15 points from nine games.