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Heart of Lions

Also known as: Kpando Heart of Lions

Heart of Lions — Ghana Premier League club based in Kpando competing in the 2026/27 season.

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  1. October 2026
  2. The Chronicle

    Heart of Lions secured their first home victory of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season after edging FC AshantiGold 04 3-2 in a thrilling Matchweek Five encounter at the Kpando Sports Stadium. …

    Heart of Lions, AshantiGold in 5-goal thriller
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    … At the Kpando Stadium, Heart of Lions will host FC AshantiGold ’04 in another meeting between sides coming off victories. …

    Hearts eye comeback against Dreams FC
  4. The Chronicle

    … By Jesse Otoo Saturday October 3rd Dreams 15:00 Hearts of Oak Sunday October 4th Vision 15:00 Bibiani Gold Stars Aduana 15:00 Swedru All Blacks Debibi 15:00 Medeama Heart of Lions 15:00 Ashanti Holy Stars 15:00 Berekum Chelsea Port City 15:00 Bechem United Samartex 15:00 Young Ap …

    GPL Match Day 5: Fans Brace For Another Weekend Of Drama
  5. September 2026
  6. Joy Online

    … Executive Council member Dr Randy Abbey as the owner of Premier League side, Heart of Lions. …

    Emmanuel Osei: President Mahama, dissolve GFA and save our soul
  7. Joy Online

    … Samuel Adamu of Heart of Lions was the best player as heled a great comeback as Heart of Lions came from behind to beat Young Apostles 2-1 away at the Wenchi Sports Stadium. …

    GPL Matchweek: Aduana’s Osei Kufuor, 8 others win TV sets as NASCO Men of the Match
  8. Daily Guide

    … Players and officials from Accra Hearts of Oak, Asante Kotoko, Bibiani Gold Stars, Basake Holy Stars, Karela United, Heart of Lions and Medeama have completed the training. …

    GFA Conducts Mandatory Laws Of The Game Training For Premier League Clubs
  9. The Ghanaian Times

    Asante Kotoko head coach Eric Tinkler has admitted his side had to dig deep to secure their first win over Heart of Lions in 11 years. …

    We won ugly – Kotoko coach Tinkler after ending 11-year wait against Heart of Lions
  10. Joy Online

    Asante Kotoko head coach Eric Tinkler has expressed dissatisfaction with their 2-1 victory over Heart of Lions in the Ghana Premier League. …

    GPL 2026/27: ‘We won ugly’ – Kotoko head coach unimpressed after Lions victory
  11. Joy Online

    Asante Kotoko secured their first win of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season with a 2-1 victory over Heart of Lions at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. …

    GPL 2026/27: Kotoko beat Heart of Lions to end decade-long winless run
  12. Joy Online

    Asante Kotoko head coach Eric Tinkler has urged supporters to come out in their numbers as the Porcupine Warriors host Heart of Lions in their second game of the Ghana Premier League season. …

    GPL 2026/27: Kotoko target first victory as Heart of Lions visit Kumasi

Monday 5 October

  1. Heart of Lions edge AshantiGold 3-2 in thrilling GPL match

    Heart of Lions secured their first home victory of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season by defeating FC AshantiGold 3-2 at the Kpando Sports Stadium in Matchweek Five. Despite playing with ten men after a red card in the 37th minute, Lions held on to claim all three points.

    5 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Friday 2 October

  1. Hearts seek comeback win against winless Dreams FC in GPL

    Accra Hearts of Oak face Dreams FC on Sunday in a Ghana Premier League Matchday 5 encounter at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium. Hearts aim to bounce back from a 1-0 loss to Karela United, while Dreams search for their first victory after four matches.

    2 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Ghana Premier League Match Day 5 set for weekend action

    The Ghana Premier League returns for Match Day 5, with clubs competing to build momentum and shape the early-season picture. Vision FC will host Bibiani Gold Stars on Saturday, October 3, while other fixtures are scheduled as teams chase crucial points.

    2 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Wednesday 30 September

  1. Opinion: Ghana's football crisis demands presidential intervention now

    An opinion piece calls on President Mahama to dissolve the Ghana Football Association, citing the Black Stars' poor recent performance: group-stage exits at AFCON 2021, 2023, and the World Cup 2022, failure to qualify for AFCON 2025, and an eight-match AFCON qualifying winless streak spanning three years.

    30 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 28 September

  1. Nine GPL players win TV sets as matchweek four concludes

    Nine players were named NASCO Men of the Match in Ghana Premier League matchweek 4, which produced 21 goals across nine fixtures featuring four home wins, three away wins, and two draws. Notable results include Aduana FC's 2-0 victory over Asante Kotoko in Kumasi while playing with 10 men, and Medeama SC's 4-1 win over Basake Holy Stars.

    28 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 24 September

  1. GFA holds mandatory Laws of Game training for Premier League clubs

    The Ghana Football Association has conducted mandatory training for Ghana Premier League players and officials to improve understanding of the Laws of the Game and promote professionalism and respect for match officials. The sessions, led by GFA Technical Referees Instructors, cover the latest amendments to the Laws of the Game for the 2026/27 season and include integrity and safeguarding sessions.

    24 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 14 September

  1. Kotoko ends 11-year winless streak against Heart of Lions

    Asante Kotoko defeated Heart of Lions for the first time in 11 years at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. Head coach Eric Tinkler acknowledged the win was difficult, noting defensive struggles despite playing against 10 men at one point.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Kotoko defeats Lions 2-1, coach cites defensive struggles

    Asante Kotoko beat Heart of Lions 2-1 in the Ghana Premier League, securing their first win of the season, but head coach Eric Tinkler said the team "won ugly" and highlighted defensive issues despite the victory moving them to fourth place with four points.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 13 September

  1. Kotoko beat Heart of Lions, end decade-long winless streak

    Asante Kotoko defeated Heart of Lions 2-1 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium to secure their first win of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season and end a run of more than 10 years without a victory over the Kpando-based side.

    13 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 11 September

  1. Kotoko seek first GPL win against Heart of Lions

    Asante Kotoko face Heart of Lions in their second Ghana Premier League game at home in Kumasi after opening with a 1-1 draw against Debibi United. Coach Eric Tinkler has called on supporters to attend in large numbers, noting that Kotoko have won only two of their last 12 meetings with Lions since 2012.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Hearts of Oak seek second win at Gold Stars in Ghana Premier League

    Accra Hearts of Oak will visit Gold Stars at Bibiani Dun's Park on Sunday, chasing a second successive victory in the Ghana Premier League. Hearts opened the season with a 4-0 win over Berekum Chelsea, while Gold Stars lost 1-0 to Bechem United in their opener.

    11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Osei Kuffour wagers $5,000 on Asante Kotoko GPL title

    Former Ghana and Bayern Munich defender Samuel Osei Kuffour has placed a $5,000 bet on Asante Kotoko to win the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League title, made during a 'Monday Stars' football game interaction in Accra. Kuffour expressed confidence in the Porcupine Warriors despite their 2-2 opening-day draw against Debibi United.

    9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Kotoko, Debibi United charged for failing to publish match highlights

    Asante Kotoko and Debibi United have been charged by the GFA for allegedly failing to publish video highlights of their opening league fixture (which ended 2-2) within 48 hours, with both clubs required to respond by Friday, September 11.

    9 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Sammy Kuffour bets $5,000 on Kotoko winning Ghana Premier League

    Former Ghana defender Samuel Osei Kuffour has wagered $5,000 that Asante Kotoko will win the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League title, expressing his confidence despite Kotoko drawing 2-2 with Debibi United on the opening weekend.

    9 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Kuffour bets $5,000 Kotoko will win 2026/27 GPL

    Former Ghana defender Samuel Osei Kuffour has wagered $5,000 that Asante Kotoko will win the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League title, expressing confidence in the club despite their opening-day 2-2 draw with Debibi United.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 7 September

  1. Kotoko draw 2-2 with Debibi in physically demanding opener

    Asante Kotoko head coach Eric Tinkler attributed his side's 2-2 draw with newly promoted Debibi United in their Ghana Premier League opener to a heavy pitch and intense heat. Tinkler said the playing conditions affected both teams' physical performance, with players' muscles strained and dehydration becoming an issue, compounded by the lack of a water break during the match.

    7 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Hearts beat Berekum Chelsea 4-0 in GPL season opener

    Hearts of Oak began their 2026/27 Ghana Premier League campaign with a commanding 4-0 victory over Berekum Chelsea, with John Antwi scoring a first-half brace. Debibi United drew 2-2 with Asante Kotoko in their league debut, while Bechem United and Basake Holy Stars also claimed opening-day wins.

    7 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Asante Kotoko held 2-2 by newly promoted Debibi United

    Newly promoted Debibi United drew 2-2 with Asante Kotoko in their first-ever Ghana Premier League match. Kotoko took an early lead through Yakubu Dogo, but Debibi United fought back twice with goals from Richard Owusu to secure a point.

    6 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 4 September

  1. Ghanaian coaches lead 13 of 18 GPL clubs for 2026/27 season

    Thirteen of the 18 Ghana Premier League clubs will be managed by Ghanaian coaches (72.2%) in the 2026/27 season, while five clubs have appointed foreign tacticians. Named local coaches include Ibrahim Tanko at Medeama SC, Samuel Boadu at Aduana FC, and others, while foreign coaches include South African Eric Tinkler at Asante Kotoko and Bosnian Nebojša Kapor at Hearts of Oak.

    4 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Ghanaian coaches lead 13 of 18 GPL clubs in 2026/27 season

    The 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season will see 13 of 18 clubs (72.2%) led by Ghanaian coaches, while five clubs have opted for foreign technical leadership. Named Ghanaian coaches include Ibrahim Tanko, Kobina Amissah, Kwaku Danso, and Samuel Boadu, while foreign coaches include Greek Petros Koukouras at Bibiani Gold Stars, South African Eric Tinkler at Asante Kotoko, and Bosnian Nebojša Kapor at Hearts of Oak.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 30 July

  1. Ghanaian midfielder Seedorf Asante joins Ivorian side Yamoussoukro FC

    Former Heart of Lions midfielder Seedorf Asante has joined Yamoussoukro FC in the Ivorian league ahead of their debut campaign in the Ivorian topflight, as the club pursues international expertise in its transfers.

    30 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. GFA sets July 31 deadline for Premier League club licensing

    The Ghana Football Association's Club Licensing Department has reiterated that Premier League clubs must complete licensing applications by July 31, 2026, or risk sanctions including exclusion from the 2026/27 season. As of July 27, seven clubs had fully completed applications, while others were still working on submissions or had not yet started.

    29 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 24 July

  1. GFA announces 2026/27 GPL fixtures; Kotoko-Hearts derby set

    The Ghana Football Association confirmed the 2026/27 Premier League season schedule, with Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak's first Super Clash meeting on Matchday 13 (December 4–7, 2026) and the return fixture on Matchday 30 (April 30–May 3, 2027).

    24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 23 July

  1. Ghana Premier League 2026-27 season fixtures now released

    The Ghana Football Association has unveiled the 2026-27 Ghana Premier League fixtures, featuring reigning champions Medeama SC opening with an away trip to Dreams FC, newly promoted Debibi United FC making their debut at home against Asante Kotoko SC, and confirmed dates for the Super Clash between Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Medeama SC wins competitive 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season

    Medeama SC claimed the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League title with 62 points, narrowly ahead of Gold Stars FC on 60 points. Nations FC, Hohoe United and Eleven Wonders were relegated, while Swedru All Blacks retained their Premier League status after promotion.

    9 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Friday 22 May

  1. Ghana Premier League final round: Medeama crowned, relegation drama unsolved

    Medeama have been crowned 2025/26 Ghana Premier League champions with 62 points from 33 matches and will face Hearts of Oak in the final round this weekend. With Hohoe United and Eleven Wonders already relegated, several clubs remain in a battle for survival as the season concludes.

    22 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Medeama wins Ghana Premier League, qualifies for CAF Champions League

    Medeama won the 2025-26 Ghana Premier League title with a game to spare, securing Ghana's spot in next season's CAF Champions League. The Tarkwa-based club previously reached the CAF Champions League group stage for the first time during the 2023-24 season.

    19 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 18 May

  1. Football match results across Ghanaian clubs

    Results from nine Ghanaian football matches, including Aduana FC's 3-1 win over Young Apostles, Eleven Wonders' 2-0 victory against B. Chelsea, and Samartex's 1-0 defeat of Hearts.

    18 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Sunday 17 May

  1. Medeama SC crowned 2025/26 GPL champions with emphatic victory

    Medeama SC won the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League title after defeating Heart of Lions 5-2 at home, clinching the championship with one game remaining. The victory secures Medeama's second league title and qualifies them for next season's CAF Champions League.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Samartex beats Hearts of Oak 1-0 in Ghana Premier League

    F.C. Samartex 1996 defeated Accra Hearts of Oak 1-0 in a Ghana Premier League match on Sunday, with Gabriel Osei scoring the decisive goal in the 54th minute. Samartex moved to 50 points in 5th place, closing to within a point of Hearts of Oak, who remain in 4th place with 51 points.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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