Liberty Skipper Backs New Edubiase To Stay Up

Liberty Professionals captain, Samuel Sarfo has backed New Edubiase United to move out of the relegation zone by the end of the 2015/2016 Ghana Premier League campaign. 

Despite leading the Scientific Soccer lads to a home win and an away draw against the Bekwai based side, the 25-year old defender believes that New Edubiase have what it takes to maintain their top flight status.

Speaking exclusively to SportsCrusader.com following his side’s 1-1 draw with Edubiase on match week 18 over the weekend, Sarfo said there is still time for them to move up the ladder.

“Their[New Edubiase] position on the log didn’t have an effect on the game on Sunday”, he said.

“They are in the relegation Zone buy they have chances of moving up because the league is still young and they are playing good football”,  Sarfo added.

New Edubiase have only managed just four wins and four draws in 18 matches  and are currently bottom of the league log with 16 points, 4 points adrift of safety.

With wins proven hard to come by, Coach Anthony Commey’s side will hope to deny the odds when they travel to Dormaa to play Aduana Stars on Wednesday.

Liberty Skipper Backs New Edubiase To Stay Up

New Edubiase President Assures Fans Of Survival

The President  of New Edubiase United, Abdul Salam Yakubu is opstimystic about his side’s chances of avoiding relegation despite their continues struggles in the 2015/2016 Ghana Premier League.  

The Bekwai based side are currently bottom of league log with 16points from 18 matches having managed just four wins all season.

But that notwithstanding, Owner and Bank roller of the club, Abdul Salam Yakubu is confident New Edubiase can turn things around.

In a touching Facebook post following their 1-1 draw with Liberty Professionals over  the weekend, the young football Administrator assured fans of the club of top flight football next season.

“The New Edubiase United FC family and fans, it’s true our beloved club in down on an unusual position on the GPL. Most of you think the team will be relegated regarding how things are going now”, he wrote on his official wall on Monday.

“But I assure you all that the team will survive relegation and our beloved team shall continue to play in the league come next season”,  he continued.

Yakubu also called on fans of New Edubiase to rally behind the team in their quest for survival.

“Let’s all rally behind the team and support in different ways for our survival”, he concluded.

New Edubiase President Assures Fans Of Survival

GPL Match Report: McCarthy Scores In Dreams Win Over Edubiase

Dreams FC Goalkeeper, Philemon McCarthy made became the first gloves man to score in the Premier League this season when he opened the scoring during his house side’s 2-0 win over New Edubiase at the Theatre of Dreams on Wednesday.

The former Black Stars stopper, so it his side into the lead just 10 minutes into the second half with a great finish before forward Eric Gawu scored a second to seal the victory for the Dawu based side.

New Edubiase, before the opening goal had looked solid in defense denying Dreams on a number of occasions.

However, with just 10 minutes into the second half, Edubiase were shocked by Dreams FC with the goal coming from an unlikely source.

Goalkeeper, Philemon McCarthy, in his attempt to clear his lines saw a fairly harmless hit the back of the Edubiase net, becoming the first goalkeeper to score in this season’s league.

Dreams, after taking the lead continued to pile pressure on the visiting team in the dying embers of the week 17 encounter.

The consistent pressure from the newly promoted side paid off when veteran striker, Eric Gawu, coming off the bench, managed to beat his marker to score his second goal of the season to seal the victory for coach CK Akonnor’s m

GPL Match Report: McCarthy Scores In Dreams Win Over Edubiase

Breaking News: Liberty, New Edubiase Game Postponed To Monday

The Ghana Premier League Match Week 13 encounter between Liberty Professionals and New Edubiase Football Club has been postponed to Monday. 

The match, which was originally slated for Sunday was canceled due to heavy rains in Dansoman that flooded the Carle Reindorf Park pitch.

Both teams had already reported at the match venue before the rain started and had issued their respective team Sheet in anticipation of the week 13 tie.

But the match officials after moving the kick off time from 3:00pm to 3:30pm finally called off the match due to water logged pitch.

The game will be played on Monday at 2:00pm.

Breaking News: Liberty, New Edubiase Game Postponed To Monday

New Edubiase United Reveals League Target

Vice President of New Edubiase United Football Club, Alex Akumey is adamant his side will not be relegated despite their poor start to the 2015-16 Ghana Premier League (GPL) season.

The Yenkokoaa boys are 12th on the league table after 10 matches, and fears are that the former MTN FA Champions will not retain their Premier League status.

But Alex Akumey, who recently became Vice Chairman of the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA), is adamant they will still be a Premier League club at the end of the season.

“We are not a big club in Ghana so don’t expect us to win the league. If we win the league, it’s an extra bonus,” he told Kumasi-based Boss FM.

“Even in Europe there are average teams. We don’t have huge budget to attract massive crowds like other teams have drawing 20,000 and 40,000. Some of the clubs like Great Olympics that had good budget are even relegated.

“Appreciate us when we are able to finish 12th or 13th in the league because that’s where we deserve. Look at the players we are producing in Ghana.

“We sign players from lower tier leagues to make them stars after two or three seasons so don’t expect us to win the league or finish fourth,” Akumey added.

He also revealed that the target of the club is to end the season as a Premier League side.

“Our ultimate target is to avoid relegation and stay in the top flight and we are working towards achieving that,” he said.

New Edubiase United Reveals League Target

GPL Week 9 Review

As the clock ticks faster, so does the 2015/16 Ghana Premier League.

The season is already 9 matches old, and the real results are beginning to present themselves as teams reach their peak.

Asante Kotoko succumbed to their fourth defeat of the season to open healing wounds in post-Coach Duncan era.

New Edubiase United ended their resurgence — winning the game by a solitary goal courtesy of Prince Antwi.

The top fixture of the match-day nine encounters was in Obuasi between Ashanti Gold and Hearts of Oak. The two men at the dugout of both sides were under pressure for different reasons — Bashir Hayford for poor results, while Kenichi for alleged altercation with his employers.

The off-pitch issues were buried for the turf to take over, and the game served spectators at the venue worth their money.

Having gone four games without a win Hearts of Oak ended their winless streak with a hard fought 2-1 win over Ashantigold in Obuasi. Forward Cosmos Dauda scored a brace as Hearts of Oak ended their 9 year wait for a win at the Len Clay Stadium.

Wa All Stars consolidated their lead at the top of the league with a 2-0 win over Inter Allies at the Wa Park. Striker Richard Arthur and Emmanuel Ocran scored late into the second half to maintain their two points lead at the top of the table.

Aduana Stars enjoyed back to back wins for the first time in the league as they

recorded a resounding 3-0 victory over Medeama. Yahaya Mohammed scored twice, one in each half before Elvis Opoku hit the final nail on the coffin of Medeama.

Liberty Professionals won their first game of the season after a Bernard Arthur strike on the 90th minute condemned Hasaacas to a second successive defeat. Hasaacas had all the chances to give Liberty a mountain to climb, but fluffed their lines and the Scientific Soccer lads punished them for their profligacy.

Berekum Chelsea — the only side yet to drop points at home, continued their 100% record with a 3-0 win over Dreams FC. A brace from top scorer Saddick Adams and one from Seth Appiah ensured the Dreams suffer back-to-back defeats.

WAFA disrupted play with their timing wasting antics

WAFA got the better of Ebusua Dwarfs, beating them 2-0 in Sogakope without their leading scorer Samuel Tetteh who was suspended for the tie.

Charles Boateng and Ibrahim Tanko scored in each half to ensure maximum points for the academy side.

Techiman City responded to their 2-1 defeat at the hands of Ebusua Dwarfs with a comfortable 2-0 win over Bechem United.

Issaka Ibrahim and Isaac Baah scored to ensure that the Techiman side remain unbeaten at home.

GPL Week 9 Review

Beating Kotoko ain Kumasi Is Normal - Commey

Anthony Commey, head coach of New Edubiase United FC, says beating Asante Kotoko at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi is nothing special.

The MTN FA Cup winner secured his third victory in seven games over the Porcupine Warriors at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Saturday, a win football pundits described as ‘special’.

But according to him, winning at the famous Porcupine cathedral is normal.

“I’m happy we won. [Prior to this game] We were not placed well on the league table, so to get these points here, I am very much happy,” Commey said after the match.

New Edubiase United were tactically resolute, and could have won by a wider margin had they taken the chances that came their way in the game.

Mr. Commey praised the output of his players, claiming they’ve been good all season, but are profligate in front of goal.

“The boys have been playing well all season. I will be lying to myself if I say they don’t play well. They play very well just that there are certain chances we don’t bury them.” he noted.

New Edubiase United have been a nemesis to Asante Kotoko since making their premier league appearance in the 2011/12 season.

He also revealed their approach.

“Each and every team has a boogie side that disturbs them. Whenever we meet Kotoko in Kumasi, it is in their minds that things could happen. There is time for everything. We’ve played with Kotoko and we have been able to pick our three points.

“That is, the plan we came in with, play the ball in defence and play them on the counter break. But it’s true Kotoko did more attacking than us. They created chances they could have scored but I think our defensive network was okay to prevent them.”

Beating Kotoko ain Kumasi Is Normal - Commey

Four Things We Learned From Kotoko - New Edubiase United Clash

Football pundits termed it ‘an upset’, Anthony Commey said is ‘nothing special’, which ever opinion you hold of New Edubiase United’s victory in Kumasi, Kotoko left the Baba Yara Sports Stadium with zero points.

Having miraculously found the impetus required of a champion to be after the Duncan step aside brouhaha, the result brought to an end a three game winning streak of the Porcupines under Michael Osei and also dampen Kotoko spirits ahead of their Super Two clash against Hearts of Oak next week.

Anthony Commey showed Michael that ‘once your boss, always your boss.’

Four things we learned from the game.

Hello Ahmed Adams, you’re not a Nesta.

If there was any defender in the world who would choose to sit on the ball and cover up for himself, it was Alessandro Nesta.

He is widely considered to be one of the best centre backs of his time and also as one of the greatest defenders ever, he is best known for his artistic tackles, elegance on the ball, distribution, and tight marking of opponents.

Ahmed Adams, is getting swollen headed due to his consistency in the line up week in and out. He must desist from that attitude for the betterment of the team.

Michael Osei schooled by his boss.

Michael Osei understudied Anthony Commey for a year at New Edubiase United, but he failed to learn from his boss. From the early minutes of the game, New Edubiase United’s intent in the game was understandable by even a layman in the game of football.

They receded possession and were more interested in preventing Kotoko from stringing, but Michael Osei kept on playing to their style instead of tweaking his.

New Edubiase United will beat relegation drop.

New Edubiase United have started the 2015/16 Ghana Premier League (GPL), season poorly, and were involved in a relegation dogfight prior to their Match-Day Nine game against Asante Kotoko.

Their performance against a ‘so called’ rejuvenated Porcupine Warriors was at par with almost all the best performing sides this season and if they are consistent with that output, relegation will not sniff around them come the dying embers from the season.

Kotoko were nervous. 

The Kotoko players never looked like a team recovering from lack of confidence. Dauda Mohammed, notably,  was presented with some glorious chances to draw parity, but missed those opportunities.

Anthony Commey’s side displayed a well-composed game plan against a very nervous-looking Kotoko side and repelled all attacks by the Kumasi side.

Four Things We Learned From Kotoko - New Edubiase United Clash

Edubiase Could Have Scored More - Yakubu

The president of New Edubiase FC, Yakubu Abdul-Salam believes his side should have beaten Asante Kotoko by more than a solitary goal.

Prince Antwi scored the only goal of the game, but he had other two glorious opportunities to take the game beyond Kotoko’s reach.

“It’s a good win for us and I want to congratulate the coaches and technical staff for the win.

“We won, but I must admit it wasn’t an easy match. The players were composed despite the pressure from Kotoko. I guess thay played to the coaches instructions.

“I feel that we should have won by more goals, say two or three, looking at the chances we managed to create throughout the game”, Abdul Salam Yakubu told reporters after the game.

New Edubiase have been abysmal this season and the victory over Asante Kotoko could be a morale booster for their next Premier League matches.

“Winning against Asante Kotoko here at a time they’ve won their last three matches, can only boost your morale in subsequent games.

“I know the coaches will work on the aspects we did not do well and improve on that in our next game against Chelsea.” he said.

Edubiase Could Have Scored More - Yakubu

Kotoko Shocked At Defeat

Interim Asante Kotoko coach, Michael Osei says he has lost adjectives to describe Kotoko’s defeat to New Edubiase United in their Match-Day Nine Ghana Premier League (GPL) game on Saturday night.

The Porcupine Warriors were humbled by Prince Antwi in the first half after a defensive blunder by Ahmed Adams and they could not recover to earn even a point.

And Michael Osei says they played a good game and he is shocked they left empty handed.

“I think we played a good game but very unfortunate that we couldn’t even get one point, it’s a very shocking defeat for us”.

He blamed a lapse in concentration for the goal his side conceded saying:

“I think it was lack of concentration in our central defense that’s why we conceded that goal and we couldn’t also take our chances”.

“This [defeat] part of the game. It happens all the time because we all know football is a very strange game. We didn’t expect that we will lose such a game but we have to live on and then make sure we correct our mistakes and move on to the next game,” he added.

Kotoko will next travel to the Accra Sports Stadium to face fiercest rivals Accra Hearts of Oak with New Edubiase United hosting Berekum Chelsea at the Obuasi Len Clay Stadium on Match-Day 10 action of the Ghana Premier League.

Kotoko Shocked At Defeat

Our Game Plan Worked - Benjamin

New Edubiase heroic goalkeeper, Benjamin Mensah says their game plan against Asante Kotoko worked to perfection.

Edubiase ended their poorest away run against the Porcupine Warriors at the Baba Yara sports stadium, courtesy of Prince Antwi’s first half goal.

Kotoko had more bodies forward, firing at post often, but he saved 8 of the record league champions 15 shots.

“Our technical team knew how Kotoko were going to play and they told us what to do,” Benjamin Mensah, who was named Man of the Match told Super Sport.

“We organised ourselves well in the game and we saw it out. The plan was to score an early goal and play on the counter, and we did that.

“Our performance have not been good, but this win could be a turning point for us.” He said.

Our Game Plan Worked - Benjamin

GPL: Edubiase End Kotoko"s Resurgence

Kumasi Asante Kotoko’ s resurgence hit the rocks when they hosted New Edubiase at the Baba Yara sports stadium on Match Week 9 of the 2015/16 Ghana Premier League (GPL).

Prince Antwi scored after 20 minutes after a defensive blunder by Ahmed Adams, and the Porcupine Warriors could not make up for the horrendous error by the backline.

Dauda Mohammed had the glorious of opportunities, but the 19-year-old striker was either selfish on some occasions, or his boots lacked the vision of a goal poacher.

New Edubiase began the game on their shelves and Kotoko buoyed by their recent results, played with high line, increasing the numbers up front to find an early goal to pile pressure on the Yenko Koaaa boys to react. The first opportunity fell the way of Obed Owusu.

Dauda Mohammed raced up at the left flank to pick Stephen Nyarko’s  attacking ball. He dummied his way past Christopher Agbashie and placed the ball on the feet of Owusu, but the centre-forward effort was feeble to beat Benjamin Mensah.

At the other of the pitch, Ahmed Adams  over elaborated when he could have simply tapped the ball to a colleague or balloon it to safety. Felix Afriyie won the ball and laid it perfectly on the path of Prince Antwi.

Prince’s first touch was pour, but he made amends after Ernest Sowah was beaten to it when he tried cleaning up the mess of Ahmed Adams, breaking the virginity of the game after 20 minutes.

Kotoko responded swiftly, but Dauda Mohammed left his scoring boots in no mans land. He skied the ball from close range, and five minutes later he was denied by Benjamin Mensah. His brilliant volley was glued in the palms of the Edubiase’s goalkeeper, leaving Kotoko frustrated.

He had another chance few minutes later. He took responsibility after Ibrahim Tahiru was adjudged to have brought down Stephen Nyarko. His free-kick at the edge of the of box however, was punched to safety.

Prince Antwi almost doubled Edubiase’s advantage, but he was denied by Ernest Sowah who had a holiday to forget.

New Edubiase receded possession, organised themselves at the back and held on to a solitary lead into the dressing room.

Kotoko looked much better in the second half, but lacked the ideas to hurt Anthony Commey’s side. They were too erratic due to their rush to equalize and probably, win the game.

With consistent pressure mounting on Edubiase, they developed time wasting attitude, frustrating Kotoko.  The Porcupine Warriors created chances, but  Benjamin Mensah was too good to be beaten.

He pulled of a thunderous effort from Obed Owusu from 25-yards, and denied them again from Amos Frimpong’s shot from the right flank.

The best chance fell on the way of Ahmed Adams late on the game.  Eric Donkor’s delivery from a corner was destined for the back of the net, but Ahmed Adams blazed it into empty space.

Match officials added five minutes, but Edubiase killed of the time with their delay tactics, and held to secure a famous win at the Baba Yara sports which could lift them off the bottom of the table temporarily.

GPL: Edubiase End Kotoko"s Resurgence

GPL Preview: Can Kotoko Continue Revival Against New Edubiase?

If the revival of Kumasi Asante Kotoko in post-Duncan era, is a coincidence, the fraternity of the club, will hope it continues indefinitely.

The Porcupine Warriors will face struggling New Edubiase at the Baba Yara sports stadium on Match Week 9 of the 2015/16 Ghana Premier League (GPL).

Kotoko will be buoyed by the resurgence in the last three games, but the game will be a tricky one considering the success New Edubiase have chalked against Kotoko at the stadium.

Both teams have won 2 matches in their six matches played in Kumasi, and that could be the impetus for “Yenkonkoaa” boys when they line up against Anthony Commey’s side.

Coaches believe every game against the same opposition is different, and that could be key in Michael Osei’s approach to the game.

The change in technical direction which kept the club in comical and ridiculous state, seem to be a blessing in disguise, as Kotoko gradually edge towards the confidence they had during the pre-season.

Some individuals are rising to the occasion of being Porcupines, and they will unleashed the arsenals they are made of to keep Kotoko’s home superiority intact.

New Edubiase on the other hand, is at the foot of the league table, and relegation survival fight will be at the back of their minds when they step on to the pitch.

New Edubiase have not won an away in the ongoing league, their best being a draw against WAFA. The last time New Edubiase won an away league game, was in 2014 against Asante Kotoko.

Accusing finger is pointed at New Edubiase’s inexperience after the sale of key players in Nuhu brothers and Abraham Asiedu Attobrah.

Asante Kotoko and New Edubiase have met 12 times, and they are at par. Both sides have won three apiece, with the other three ending in a stalemate.

GPL Preview: Can Kotoko Continue Revival Against New Edubiase?

We will beat New Edubiase- WAFA Skipper

Captain of the West African Football Academy (WAFA), Martin Antwi has stated that his side will bounce back from their Dawu disappointment, with a victory over New Edubiase this weekend.

According to him, it is not easy for clubs to record wins away from home in the Ghana Premier League, although he admitted his side need to back up on their away form.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with SportsCrusader.com, Antwi noted that WAFA’s failure to record a single away point this season is due to hardluck.

The inspirational midfielder further revealed that his side is preparing adequately for this weekend’s fixture against New Edubiase at the Sagakope Park, adding that WAFA is going to record a victory.

The Sagakope based side have won every single home fixture in the 2015/2016 Ghana Premier League and will hope to continue their impressive home form this weekend.

On the contrary, they have lost all of their their three away games since the start of the campaign

We will beat New Edubiase- WAFA Skipper

GPL Preview: New Edubiase United – Inter Allies

New Edubiase United will welcome Inter Allies to the Len Clay Stadium at Obuasi in a Ghana Premier League (GPL) Match-Day Four game they will look to win to restore some confidence in their camp.

They lost their second away game of the competition 0-1 to Bechem United last weekend, and, will seek to bounce back with a win at home.

They have been very formidable on home soil in recent seasons and their fans will hope they continue to press home that advantage as they go for the three points.

Coach Adotey has assembled a young squad that will blossom with time and the enthusiastic nature of their play should set them well up for the points at stake

Inter Allies have not won a game since the opening day of the season, and, will need to offer very stiff opposition if they are to pick something out of this game.

Coach Herbert Addo has however played down this mini setback insisting that they will bounce back in great fashion as the season is too young to judge.

He will hope his charges rise up to the challenge at Obuasi on Sunday as they go in search of a first away win of the campaign against a very difficult opponent.

Head – to –Head

Premier League 2014/2015

New Edubiase   Inter Allies          2:2

Inter Allies          New Edubiase   2-0

Premier League 2013/2014

Inter Allies          New Edubiase   1:0

New Edubiase   Inter Allies          1:0

Match Official:

Referee: Otis Oppong

Asst 1: Kenedy Bentil

Asst 2: Joseph Sey

4th Ref: S.B Bortey

Match Commissioner: James Adjei

GPL Preview: New Edubiase United – Inter Allies

New Edubiase President Assures Fans of Victory Against Inter Allies

President of New Edubiase United Football Club,Mr. Abdul-Salam Yakubu, has assured supporters of the club to stay calm and rally behind the technical team in their quest to produce a winsome side.

According to the football administrator, the team are working hard to get their season back on track as he also assure the fans of a massive victory this weekend when they encounter Inter Allies at the Len Clay stadium at Obuasi.

“We now have a young team who have started playing together for the first time. In our match against Accra Hearts of Oak, we were the better side but could not take our chances. And against Bechem United, we should have returned home with the three points at stake, but it was luck that eluded us, but there are better days ahead,” Mr Yakubu told the Daily Graphic in  Accra.

“Our loss to Bechem United was very painful because even after they scored against the run of play, we should have equalised and scored the match winner, but luck eluded us, causing us to return home empty-handed,” he bemoaned.

The young football administrator also stated that, considering the splendid performances against Hearts in Accra and Bechem United at Bechem, New Edubiase would be the team to watch as the Ghana Premier League progresses.

“The league is still young. This is because we have played just three matches. We have already analysed our matches so far , and considering the talents of our young boys, I know that very soon, we will be considered as the dark horse in the league and bring the smiles back to the faces of our cherished supporters,” he added.

New Edubiase currently lie in 11th position on the league log and tied on three points with 12th placed Sekondi Hasaacas after three matches.

New Edubiase President Assures Fans of Victory Against Inter Allies

I Never Doubted Kenichi - Commodore

Former board chairman of Accra Hearts of Oak, Commodore Mensah has said he never doubted the abilities of Kenichi Yatsuhashi to lead the team.

Kenichi Yatsuhashi was appointed to replace Herbert Addo and football connoisseurs questioned the board’s decision to appoint a ‘novice’ to lead such a traditional club and prophesied that he will fail.

Their words were on the right path when the team recorded unimpressive run in their preseason preparations, winning only two matches.

Fans and other board members, notably Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe called for his sacking having previously backed him with claims that ‘long CV’s don’t win matches,’ and that his work can’t bring immediate success.

The former Aspire Academy players development coach has won two matches in succession in the Ghana Premier league against New Edubiase and Medeama SC at the Accra Sports Stadium and Tarkwa T & A park respectively.

And Commodore Mensah, who resigned in December last year after serving for the club for over 30-years, says he always believed Kenichi Yatsuhashi will come good.

“My first encounter with the coach on the board, he left me in no doubt, I was ready to invest my hope and trust in him till I resigned,” Commodore Mensah ttold Starr FM.

“The roles of coaches in clubs are very important and they can’t succeed without the support from the playing body, management and maybe mother luck, with these three things he will deliver,” he noted.

I Never Doubted Kenichi - Commodore

This Is Not The Time To Apportion Blames - Bright Lukeman

Ebusua Dwarfs striker, Bright Lukeman has said that current state of the club should not breed the room to point accusing fingers.

The ‘Abontobotoa’ boys suffered a second defeat on the bounce against New Edubiase on Friday and head coach J.E Sarpong accused the players of letting him down.

But Bright Lukman who scored 30 goals in the Division One League last season has called for patience and not war of words.

“We are disappointed in ourselves for loosing two matches in a row, but this not the time to apportion blames or point accusing fingers; but I must confess we are very disappointed ourselves,” Bright Lukman said after the game.

“We are not getting our rhythm, and the worst of it is that we did not play to tactical aspect of the game and we conceded a goal.

“We have to go to the drawing board and prepare for the next game.” He added

On a personal note, Bright Lukman who scored a goal almost every match last year, is disappointed he’s gone blank in two games. He attributed his barren run to problems he is facing currently.

“I am also disappointed in myself but I think I am facing some challenges and I have to beef up my training to catch up; all is not lost yet.” He stated.

This Is Not The Time To Apportion Blames - Bright Lukeman

Samudeen Likely to Return for Hearts

Accra Hearts of Oak new sensation Samudeen Ibrahim who sustained an injury in his derby against New Edubiase is said to be recuperating very well and likely to return for Hearts in their game against Medeama on Sunday, at Tarkwa.

The Public Relations Officer of the club, Kwame Opare Addo, said an MRI scan and X ray conducted revealed just a swelling of the leg and that there was no muscle tear or fracture.

He said Samudeen started light training and seemed to be doing well and may be included in the team.

Ho however noted that, the play maker will not be rushed to be part of the Hearts team against Medeama on Sunday at Tarkwa if they have doubts.

Samudeen Likely to Return for Hearts

Preview - Battle of GPL Week One Losers

Having suffered losses in their opening Ghana Premier League matches against  Dreams Football Club and Hearts of Oak at the Robert Mensah stadium and Accra Sports Stadium respectively, New Edubiase and Ebusua Dwarfs have the opportunity to redeem their stunted start to life in the new season.

New Edubiase were pipped by Samuel Yeboah before the largest of crowd at the Accra Sports Stadium in recent years, and have the opportunity to write the wrongs in their adpoted home, Obuasi Len Clay stadium against Ebusua Dwarfs, winners of the Division Zone 2 league last year.

Anthony Commey said they will draw positives from their opening 1-0 defeat to Hearts of Oak for subsequent matches.

“We will put the setback behind us as quickly as possible and look ahead to our next game at home. We have some new boys in the squad, and, as the season wore on, you will begin to see how we integrate them into our plans.”

Dwarfs are back in the Ghana Premier League

Ebusua Dwarfs were giving the shock of their lives by Kwaiman-based Dreams Football Club at their backyard, a result head coach J.E Sarpong blamed on ‘underrating’ the opposition and promised to answer the wake-up call in the subsequent matches.

J.E Sarpong

New Edubiase and Ebusua Dwarfs fixture has always been a keenly contested game, but the ‘Yenkokoaa’ boys dominated in their last eight matches, winning three (3), losing one (1) and drawing four (4) and the vice versa for Ebusua Dwarfs.

Eighteen (18) goals has been produced, with Edubiase scoring ten (10) of the those goals and eight (8) to Ebusua Dwarfs.

HEAD-TO-HEAD

2010/11 Dwarfs 1-1 Edubiase

Edubiase 0-0 Dwarfs

2011/12 Dwarfs 3-1 Edubiase

Edubiase 3-2 Dwarfs

2012/13 Dwarfs 0-0 Edubiase

Edubiase 2-0 Dwarfs

2013/14 Edubiase 1-1 Dwarfs

Dwarfs 1-2 Edubiase

MATCH FACTS

New Edubiase United is yet to lose Ghana Premier League since 2009, winning two and drawing one, scored two and conceded one against Aduana Stars.

2009-10 Edubiase 1-0     RTU

2011-12 Edubiase 1-0   Lions

2014-15 Edubiase 1-1   Aduana Stars.

Ebusua Dwarfs have managed one away win in match week two of the Ghana Premier league since 1999, lost two against AshGold and Medeama SC respectively and winning the other against Afienya United.

History favours New Edubiase in this fixture, but Ebusua Dwarfs have an equal opportunity against the financial stricken side who have threatened several times to withdraw from the league should the FA fail to get sponsor soon.

Preview - Battle of GPL Week One Losers