Accra, Ghana – (African Boulevard News) – Accra Hearts of Oak fans were in jubilant mood as their team secured a hard-fought 2-0 win over King Faisal at the Accra Sports Stadium last weekend. The Phobians, as they are affectionately known, had to rely on a strong second-half performance to secure the three points.
Hearts of Oak fans were treated to a nervy first half in which their team struggled to break down a resolute King Faisal side. The visitors held their own for large parts of the half, frustrating the home team with their discipline and well-organized defense.
However, Hearts of Oak came out of the blocks firing in the second half, and it took just five minutes for them to break the deadlock. Striker Victor Aidoo was the architect of the goal, beating several King Faisal defenders before slotting the ball past the goalkeeper.
The goal was a turning point in the game, and Hearts of Oak seized the momentum after that. They poured forward in search of more goals, and their efforts were finally rewarded in the 82nd minute when substitute Isaac Mensah finished off a well-worked team move to score the second goal.
The result was a welcome relief for Hearts of Oak coach, Samuel Boadu, who had been under pressure after a string of poor results. Speaking after the game, Boadu expressed his delight at his team’s performance.
“We knew it was going to be a tough game, but we worked hard and deserved the win,” he said. “I’m proud of my players, they showed great determination and character to come back and win the game.”
The win sees Hearts of Oak move up to fourth place in the Ghana Premier League table, while King Faisal remain in eighth place. The Phobians will be hoping to build on this result when they take on Liberty Professionals in their next league game.
Overall, the match was an exciting encounter that showcased the best of Ghanaian football. The fans were treated to a display of skill and passion from both teams, and the result was a fitting reward for Hearts of Oak’s impressive second-half performance.
