Hearts of Oak will face Vision FC in a local derby on Friday night at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon. The Phobians head into this fixture brimming with confidence after a resounding 2-0 win over title contenders Medeama in their last match, a result that restored some belief in their camp following an inconsistent start to the season.
Vision FC, newly promoted to the Ghana Premier League, are preparing for their first-ever top-flight clash with Hearts of Oak, and it promises to be an exciting contest as both sides aim to establish dominance in Accra.
Hearts of Oak’s recent record shows a mixed run of form, with three wins, three draws, and three defeats in their nine league outings. Their struggles with consistency have been apparent, yet the quality in their ranks suggests they are capable of making it a challenging night for Vision FC.
They’ve managed to score six goals and conceded five, indicating a sturdy, if sometimes shaky, defence. In recent weeks, they’ve bounced between wins and goalless draws, but their victory over Medeama could provide the much-needed momentum to push for back-to-back wins.
Vision FC, on the other hand, enter the derby off the back of a draw against Aduana Stars. They have recorded two wins, two defeats, and five draws from nine games, showing a tendency for tight, competitive encounters. While they are a new team in the top flight, they’ve been impressive at times, though their attack hasn’t found the back of the net as often as they might hope. Vision FC have scored six goals but conceded seven in their Premier League run so far.
Both teams will be eager to claim victory in this historic first meeting, with Hearts likely to hold a slight edge given their experience and quality in the league. However, Vision FC, determined to prove their worth, will look to make things difficult for their more established rivals in a matchup that promises excitement and rivalry on a Friday night under the lights.
Source:Fiilasports/ghanasoccernet
