WEEK 5 REVIEW: Karela halt Kotoko's winning streak, RTU stun AshGold in Tamale
Week 5 of the Ghana Premier League had some amazing results with Bibiani Gold Stars and Real Tamale United the biggest winners of the day, securing all three points over Accra Lions and Ashantigold SC respectively.
After back-to-back defeats, newcomers Bibiani Gold Stars returned to winning ways, securing all three points against fellow new boys, Accra Lions courtesy goals from Frank Adjei Jnr and Prince Owusu.
Real Tamale United also secured an important win over the giants, Ashantigold, with Ishmael Nketiah and Yusif Nurudeen the goalscorers.
Elsewhere, Dreams FC suffered a 3-1 defeat at the hands of Bechem United despite taking a 5th-minute lead with Avornyo, Okrah and Obuoba doing the damage.
Leaders, Kumasi Asante Kotoko were held to a goalless draw against Karela with 2nd-placed side, King Faisal recording the same scoreline against Medeama at Baba Yara Stadium.
Eleven Wonders recorded their first win of the season, beating Elmina Sharks 3-1 with Mohammed Nortey Tetteh grabbing a second half brace.
On Saturday, November 27, 2021, WAFA sank Great Olympics by a goal to nil at Sogakope, with Justus Torsutsey scoring a 90+6 winner.
Legon Cities also fell at home on Friday night against Aduana Stars.
The results keep Asante Kotoko at the summit of the GPL with King Faisal, Bechem United and Aduana Stars making up the top 4.
Defending champions, Hearts of Oak sit bottom of the league with a game in hand.
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