In a highly anticipated clash set to ignite the passion of football enthusiasts across Accra, Accra Great Olympics and perennial rivals Accra Hearts of Oak are gearing up for a thrilling encounter in Week 16 of the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League.
This upcoming Friday afternoon spectacle, aptly named the Mantse Derby, promises to be a riveting showdown between two titans of Ghanaian football.
The Baba Yara Stadium is set to host the clash, stepping in for the unavailable Accra Sports Stadium.
With both teams entering the contest fresh off draws in match week 15—Accra Great Olympics held to a goalless stalemate against Asante Kotoko, while Accra Hearts of Oak shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw with high-flying Nations FC—expectations are running high for an electrifying battle on the pitch.
Accra Great Olympics is 11th with 17 points on the league table while Accra Hearts of Oak is 10th with 17 points.
Great Olympics possible starting lineup: Benjamin Asare, Raymond Grippman, Christopher Nettey, Ebenezer Sekyere, Mathew Abayase, Razak Kasim, Michael Osei, Emmanuel Antwi, Richard Odartei, Emmanuel Akesseh, Boateng Frimpong
Hearts of Oak possible starting lineup: Richmond Ayi, Kofi Agbesimah, Kelvin Osei, Liventius Attur, Michael Ampadu, Martin Karikari, Glid Otanga, Kashala Ramos, Albert Eonde, Raphael Amponsah, Hamza Issah.
Hamza Issah of Hearts of Oak is the player to watch in this encounter.
Predicted scoreline: 2-1 The game will be tough, Accra Hearts of Oak will pick up the three points.