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GPL: Hearts of Oak escape relegation in a thrilling contest on final day

By : cd on 19 Jun 2024, 04:55     |     Source: christian ahorgah

Following a crucial 3-2 victory over Bechem United on the last day of the season, Hearts of Oak have successfully maintained their top-flight place in the Ghana Premier League.

With 42 points in 15th position, one point above the relegation zone inhabited by Great Olympics in 16th place, the Phobians were on the verge of relegation going into the pivotal game.

Emmanuel Owusu gave Bechem United the lead early in the 29th minute of the game at Nana Fosu Gyeablour Park.

Only three minutes later, Kofi Agbesimah of Hearts of Oak equalized, though, as they immediately rallied. The Phobians put up a valiant fight, but after the break, Bismark Edjeodji scored for Bechem United, putting them behind again.

Hearts of Oak saw a stunning turn-around and a moment of relief and victory. In just four minutes, Yaw Baafi and Kevin Osei Assibey scored two goals apiece to give the Phobians a vital 3-2 victory.

With this win, Hearts of Oak were able to move up to 13th place in the standings, solidifying their spot in the Ghana Premier League for the upcoming season and allaying their fears of relegation.

 

 

The team’s tenacity and resolve were demonstrated by the victory, which guaranteed its place in Ghana’s premier league. We’ll have more information about the game and the team’s responses later.

The Phobians faced a similar circumstance the previous season and managed to finish 12th after winning their last game.

Great Olympics, on the other hand, lost to RTU despite receiving the highest number of points.

After serving on multiple occasions in past seasons, Oly Dade returns to the Division One League, but other outcomes did not aid them as their opponents did not honor their game.