Kelvin Osei Asibey denies match-fixing allegations in Hearts of Oak's win over Bechem United

Hearts of Oak defender Kelvin Osei Asibey has strongly denied allegations that their recent match against Bechem United, in which he scored a crucial goal, was fixed.

The 23-year-old defender, who joined Hearts of Oak last year on a three-year contract from Techiman Eleven Wonders, has quickly established himself as an important player for the club.

Osei Asibey made 29 appearances last season and scored his only goal in the final fixture against Bechem United.

Hearts of Oak came from behind to secure a 3-2 victory at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Stadium, a win that ensured their survival in the league.

Addressing the allegations, Osei Asibey insisted that the game was fiercely contested and dismissed any suggestions of match-fixing.

"I was thrilled to come off the bench and score the equalizer for the team at Bechem," Asibey said.

"When the goal came, the feeling was incredible. After the equalizer, I told my teammates that there's no way Hearts of Oak will be relegated. Our game against Bechem United was very competitive.

Let's ignore all the rumors that it was a fixed game."

Kelvin Osei Asibey and his teammates are currently in camp, preparing for the Democracy Cup game, which has been rescheduled to Wednesday, July 17, 2024.