Accra Hearts of Oak extended their difficult run in the league after being held to a goalless stalemate by Heart of Lions in a closely fought encounter at Kpando on Friday.
The result lifts the Phobians into third place for now, but it does little to mask their recent struggles. They are now without a win in four matches and have scored just once in that stretch, leaving their position vulnerable with Aduana FC still to play this weekend.
Chances were at a premium in a game defined more by structure than attacking flair. Hearts saw more of the ball but lacked the sharpness in the final third, with both sides managing just a single shot on target across the 90 minutes.
Lions, meanwhile, leaned on their impressive home form, matching Hearts’ intensity and discipline while carrying the greater threat from set pieces. They forced eight corners compared to Hearts’ two, as the sweltering conditions also took their toll, prompting a cooling break during the match.
The point moves Lions up to ninth on 34 points, though their standing remains subject to change depending on other results. Hearts now turn their attention to a crucial clash against Swedru All Blacks, while Lions prepare for a trip to face Young Apostles.
In another fixture, there was late drama as Techiman Eleven Wonders staged a spirited comeback to earn a draw against FC Samartex at the Swedru Sports Stadium.
Samartex raced into an early lead through Gabriel Osei just five minutes in and doubled their advantage when Emmanuel Marmah reacted quickest to a rebound after a missed penalty. But the hosts rallied in the second half, with Kofi Asamoah netting twice—including a late equaliser—to secure a vital point.
Despite the fightback, Eleven Wonders remain rooted to the bottom of the table, while Samartex are left to reflect on a missed opportunity after surrendering a two-goal lead.
