Hearts of Oak have climbed to second place in the Premier League standings after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over FC Samartex 1996 at the University of Ghana Stadium on Friday evening.

A sixth-minute strike from Hamza Issah proved decisive, propelling the Phobians to a crucial win in the capital. Issah’s fourth goal of the campaign put Hearts level on 28 points with leaders Aduana FC, intensifying the title race.
Under Mas-Ud Didi Dramani’s guidance, Hearts of Oak are showing impressive form, with this victory marking their seventh league win of the season. The team displayed composiveness and defensive discipline to preserve their lead, frustrating Samartex’s attempts and showcasing their growing strength in high-stakes matches.
FC Samartex 1996 remain sixth on the table with 24 points from 16 matches, as the battle for top spot continues to heat up.


