Samartex will battle Accra Hearts of Oak in their first ever Premier League meeting at the Nsenkyire Sports Complex on Sunday. The Timber boys who are making their debut Premier League campaign frustrated the Phobians to a goalless draw on January 15, 2023 when the two sides clashed in the first round.
Under acting coach David Ocloo, Accra Hearts of Oak have yet to win a single away game in three attempts. The Phobians have won two, lost two and drawn one of their last five matches and sit in 4th place with 45 points – six points behind leaders Aduana FC.
FC Samartex have won two and lost three of their last five matches – with a total number of 39 points keeping them in 9th place.
Former Tema Youth winger Evans Osei Wusu has been the brightest spot in the side since his January move and would aim to add to his goal tally of two. James Sowornu, Kwasi Ofosu, Emmanuel Keyekeh, Emmanuel Adu Siaw, Ebenezer Acquah and Francis Gyetuah are all available to start for FC Samartex.
Accra Hearts of Oak left it late to beat King Faisal 2-0 on Sunday. The Phobians labored for a larger part of the game but substitutes Gladson Awako, Salifu Ibrahim and Albert Eonde made the difference when they were introduced. The trio are expected to bring their experience to bear on Sunday. Hearts of Oak also have Caleb Amankwa, Dennis Korsah, Benjamin York, Victor Aidoo and Linda Mtange are available for selection.
