MATCH REPORT: Medeama SC Cruise Past Rospak SC With 4–1 Victory to Advance in MTN FA Cup

General News | November 26, 2025

Medeama Sporting Club produced a commanding performance under the floodlights at the TnA Stadium, defeating Rospak SC 4–1 in the Round of 64 of the MTN FA Cup to secure qualification to the next stage of the competition.

A blistering first-half display saw the Mauve and Yellow wrap up the contest early, with Nana Kofi Babil scoring a sensational hat-trick, and Kingsley Braye opening the floodgates with an early strike.

Starting XI (as per Coach Tanko’s team sheet):

Jabal Adams (GK), Manuel Mantey (C), Paul Yeboah, Richard Appiah, Rich Sackey, Nyarko Henry, Osei Yaw, Braye Kingsley, Fuseini Baba, Kofi Babil, Jacob Mensah
Subs: Saeed, Sharif, Nurudeen, Tetteh, Nkrumah, Asmah, Richard, Lord, Bonzie

FIRST HALF: Dominant Medeama Run Riot

Medeama wasted no time asserting their authority:

⌚️ 8’ — MED 1–0 ROS

Braye Kingsley got Medeama off to the perfect start, calmly converting to give the hosts the early advantage.

⌚️ 10’ — MED 2–0 ROS

Two minutes later, Kofi Babil doubled the lead, finishing off a swift attacking move.

⌚️ 24’ — MED 3–0 ROS

Babil struck again with confidence, registering his second of the night and stretching the lead to three.

⌚️ 33’ — MED 4–0 ROS

The forward completed a stunning first-half hat-trick, sending the Medeama fans into a frenzy.

Half-time: Medeama SC 4–0 Rospak SC

A dominant half with free-flowing football and clinical finishing from Coach Tanko’s charges.

SECOND HALF: Medeama Control, Rospak Pull One Back

With the job largely done, Medeama reduced the tempo in the second period, shifting focus to managing the game and rotating energy ahead of upcoming league duties.

Rospak SC capitalized on a rare lapse and scored a consolation through Gabriel Tetteh, but it did little to alter the outcome.

COACH TANKO’S REACTION

After the match, Coach Ibrahim Tanko expressed satisfaction with his squad’s response—especially from players who have not enjoyed regular minutes this season.

“I’m pleased with the performance and the output. The players showed hunger, discipline, and tactical understanding. This win is very important for our progress in the FA Cup.”

WHAT’S NEXT?

After cruising into the Round of 32 of the MTN FA Cup, Medeama SC now shift attention to a major league assignment:

Next Match:

Asante Kotoko vs Medeama SC
📅 Week 12 – GPL
📍 Baba Yara Stadium
A trip to Kumasi awaits as the Mauve and Yellow look to maintain momentum in the Ghana Premier League.