Medeama Sporting Club returned to winning ways with a commanding 2-0 victory over Aduana FC in a Ghana Premier League showdown at the TnA Stadium on Sunday, March 23, 2025. The Mauve and Yellow showcased their attacking flair and defensive solidity to overcome a resilient Aduana side, securing three vital points and reigniting their campaign after back-to-back defeats.

First Half: A Cagey Opening

The match began with both teams feeling each other out, as Medeama sought to assert their home dominance against an Aduana side desperate to climb the GPL table. The TnA faithful roared their support, but the first half ended goalless, with neither side able to break the deadlock despite flashes of intent. Medeama’s frontline, led by Michael Sarpong, probed Aduana’s defense, while the visitors relied on swift counters to threaten. At the whistle, it was 0-0, setting the stage for a pivotal second half.

Second Half: Medeama Take Control

The hosts emerged from the break with renewed vigor, and their persistence paid off in the 55th minute. Aduana’s defense faltered when Sarpong was brought down in the penalty area, earning Medeama a spot-kick. Up stepped Yussif Mubarik, who calmly slotted the ball past the Aduana goalkeeper to give Medeama a 1-0 lead. The TnA Stadium erupted as the Mauve and Yellow seized the momentum, their confidence visibly surging.

Medeama continued to press, and their dominance was rewarded again in the 75th minute. Michael Sarpong, a constant thorn in Aduana’s side, doubled the lead with a clinical low header, capitalizing on a well-delivered ball to make it 2-0. The goal underscored Sarpong’s growing influence this season and silenced any hopes of an Aduana comeback.

In the 84th minute, Coach Ibrahim Tanko made tactical adjustments, substituting Sarpong and Osei Yaw with Kumi and Kelvin Nkrumah to freshen up the attack and see out the game. The changes bolstered Medeama’s control, and their defense stood firm to repel Aduana’s attacking threats. The final whistle confirmed a 2-0 victory, sending the home crowd into raptures.

Key Moments

• 55′: Yussif Mubarik converts a penalty after Sarpong is fouled in the box (1-0).
• 75′: Michael Sarpong heads home to double Medeama’s lead (2-0).
• 84′: Substitutions of Sarpong and Osei Yaw for Kumi and Nkrumah seal the game plan.

A Bounce-Back Statement

After consecutive losses to Nations FC (2-1) and FC Samartex 1996 (2-1), this win was a much-needed tonic for Medeama. The victory leaves Medeama Sporting Club 7th in the GPL standings with 35 points, seven points behind current leaders, Asante Kotoko.

Man of the Match winner

Medeama SC’s attacking midfielder, Emmanuel Owusu, who joined the team in the second half of the season was adjusted the Most Valuable Player of the game and was presented with his Nasco souvenirs.

In a post-match reaction, Owusu was elated by the MVP recognition but described his first award in Medeama colors as an award for the entire team, for their resilience and hard fought victory.

Looking Ahead

The Mauve and Yellow now turn their attention to their next fixture at home to next door neighbours, Basake Holy Stars, aiming to string together a run of results and climb higher in the league.