Accra Hearts of Oak moved into second place in the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League following an emphatic 3-0 victory over Heart of Lions at the University of Ghana Stadium on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
A brace from experienced striker John Antwi and an early goal from Ransford Mensah secured all three points for the Phobians, who bounced back from their previous defeat to Debibi United.
The victory took Hearts to 20 points after 10 matches, just one point behind league leaders Medeama SC, strengthening their challenge for the Premier League title.
Hearts made an impressive start, breaking the deadlock after just two minutes when Mensah capitalised on a rebound from Antwi’s initial effort, which had been saved by Lions goalkeeper Prince Asempah.
The visitors responded almost immediately through William Oduro, whose deflected free-kick forced Hearts goalkeeper Benjamin Asare into an important save.
Antwi Double Seals Victory
Hearts doubled their advantage in the 25th minute following a cleverly executed free-kick routine that caught the Lions defence off guard.
Mensah played a short pass to Abdul Karim, who found Martin Karikari unmarked inside the penalty area.
Karikari’s effort was initially unsuccessful, but Antwi reacted quickly to convert the rebound and give Hearts a comfortable lead.
Heart of Lions nearly reduced the deficit three minutes before half-time when Stephen Afoakwa broke through the Hearts defence, only to see his effort strike the crossbar.
The missed opportunity proved costly as Hearts extended their advantage shortly after the restart.
In the 48th minute, Antwi completed his brace with a close-range finish following an impressive attacking move involving Osei Djan, Yaw Amankwah Baafi and Hussein Mohammed.
The third goal effectively ended Lions’ hopes of a comeback, allowing Hearts to maintain control of the encounter and secure a convincing victory.
Hearts Close Gap on Medeama
The result extended Hearts of Oak’s unbeaten home record at the University of Ghana Stadium, where they have collected 13 points from a possible 15 this season.
Under head coach Nebojsa Kapor, the Phobians have also maintained an impressive defensive record, conceding just three goals in their opening 10 league matches.
Antwi’s two goals took his tally to four for the season, accounting for a third of Hearts’ 12 league goals.
The victory was particularly important after Hearts suffered a 1-0 defeat to Debibi United in their previous league fixture.
Despite the win, defending champions Medeama SC maintained their position at the top of the table after defeating Swedru All Blacks 1-0.
Kingsley Braye scored the decisive goal for Medeama, ensuring they remained one point ahead of Hearts.
Lions Face Relegation Pressure
For Heart of Lions, the defeat extended a difficult period in which they have managed just one victory in their last five league matches.
The Kpando-based side remained on 11 points after 10 matches, sitting just above the relegation zone on goal difference.
Hearts will seek to maintain their momentum when they travel to face FC Samartex in their next league fixture, while Heart of Lions will host Dreams FC as they attempt to improve their position in the standings.
The result leaves Hearts firmly in contention at the top of the Premier League as the competition enters its next round of matches.
