Accra Lions are geared up for a vital clash with Real Tamale United on Matchday six of the betPawa Premier League, set to take place at the Accra Sports Stadium this Friday.
Accra Lions find themselves in pursuit of a win, having faced two consecutive defeats at the hands of Asante Kotoko and Accra Great Olympics in recent matches.
Their opponents, Real Tamale United, are yet to secure an away victory this season, having experienced a 2-1 loss to Bofoakwa Tano in Sunyani and a 3-0 defeat against Gold Stars at Dun’s Park.
After their 3-0 loss to Accra Great Olympics, Accra Lions slipped from the 9th position to the 13th in the league standings. So far, Ibrahim Tanko’s Accra Lions have notched up one win, two losses, and two draws in their first five league games.
Real Tamale United, who won their last match 3-1 against Karela United, have climbed to the 9th spot, having replaced Accra Lions. They have two wins, two losses, and one draw in their initial five fixtures.
In past encounters, Accra Lions have celebrated one victory over Real Tamale United at their home ground since their debut season in the Premier League in 2021/22, with Real Tamale United also claiming one win.
Coach Ibrahim Tanko has a selection of key players available, including Baba Salifu Apiiga, Bernald Kesse, Shaukan Abubakari, Shaukan Mohammed, Musa Hamzata, Ali Mohammed, Daniel Awuni, and Abass Samari Salifu.
Real Tamale United’s lineup is anticipated to include their top scorer, Afriyie Owusu, who has netted three goals in the league. Other notable players in their roster are Hilary Adabo, Hafiz Adams, Baba Kushibo, Abdul Aziz, and Moahmmed Alhassan Mankuyeli.
Don’t miss the action, as the game will be live on StarTimes Adepa channel 247 at 3 pm on Friday, October 20, 2023.
