Accra Hearts of Oak clinched a crucial victory against Karela United, triumphing 3-1 in a thrilling encounter during Week 26 of the Ghana Premier League at the Accra Sports Stadium.
Despite Karela United's early dominance, midfielder Dafie Humin Mohammed's 3rd-minute strike was not enough to deter the resilient Hearts of Oak.
Responding swiftly, attacker Hamza Issah leveled the scoreline in the 28th minute, injecting renewed vigor into the home team.
The second half saw an intense battle as both sides shuffled their lineups and tactics.
Hearts of Oak's strategic substitutions proved decisive, with Salim Adams finding the back of the net in the 64th minute, tipping the scales in favor of the Phobians who were pushing more men forward in the game.
Hamza Issah sealed the victory with a well-earned penalty in the 90+1 minute, securing three vital points for Accra Hearts of Oak in their campaign to climb the league log.
Accra Hearts of Oak will play Legon Cities while Karela United will clash with Acca Lions FC.