The 2025/26 Ghana Premier League launched with intensity, grit, and early signs of ambition from title hopefuls. Defending champions Bibiani GoldStars were pushed to the limit in their opener, while Asante Kotoko, Karela United, and Nations FC all registered confident wins to kickstart their campaigns.

At the Accra Sports Stadium, Hearts of Oak endured a frustrating start, settling for a goalless draw against debutants Hohoe United. Despite dominating possession and chances, the Phobians failed to convert, even after their opponents were reduced to ten men.

Saturday’s headline clash saw Asante Kotoko finally break their 15-year winless streak at Golden City Park, edging Berekum Chelsea 1–0. Albert Amoah’s solitary strike proved decisive, giving the Porcupine Warriors a crucial away win and a psychological boost.

In Bibiani, GoldStars began their title defense with a tense 2–1 victory over Bechem United. Star forward Kumi Attah netted twice to overturn Darlvin Yeboah’s opener, securing three points for the champions in front of their home crowd.

Sunday’s fixtures added further intrigue. Basake Holy Stars and Eleven Wonders played out a cautious 0–0 draw, while Vision FC held FC Samartex in another goalless encounter despite being a man down. Heart of Lions edged Dreams FC 1–0 in Kpando, courtesy of Ebenezer Abban’s first-half goal.

Matchday 1 Results Summary

Fixture
Result

Hearts of Oak vs Hohoe Utd
0–0

Karela vs Aduana
1–0

Young Apostles vs Medeama
0–2

Nations FC vs All Blacks
2–1

GoldStars vs Bechem Utd
2–1

Vision FC vs Samartex
0–0

Basake Holy Stars vs Wonders
0–0

Heart of Lions vs Dreams FC
1–0