Aduana Stars recorded a slim 1-0 win over defending champions, Accra Hearts of Oak on Match Day 20 of the Ghana Premier League at the Nana Agyeman Badu Park at Dormaa.

Aduana Stars defender, Sam Adams’ strike in first-half stoppage time ensured three points for the Dormaa based club in regulation time.

Boadu’s side had not lost in their previous two meetings against Aduana FC and came into the clash high on confidence after back-to-back wins against Asante Kotoko and WAFA.

Sam Adams converted what proved to be the match winner as he received a through pass in a good position before calmly smashing home with a powerful low effort, beating substitute goalkeeper Richmond Ayi.

Ayi came on for Richard Attah who was stretched off over what appeared to be a hamstring injury.

Aduana FC are now eight points behind leaders Asante Kotoko who defeated Bibiani Gold Stars 5-0 later on Sunday.

Meanwhile, Hearts have seen the points separating them and the top four increased to five points.

The defeat also means Hearts haven’t won at Aduana in eight years.