Excitement is building for a thrilling Matchday 16 match between Accra Great Olympics and city rivals Accra Hearts of Oak, which is expected to be a thrilling match at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
The spotlight falls on Hearts of Oak's team selection, notably, the decision to start goalkeeper Richard Attah over Richmond Ayi, who has faced recent criticism for lapses in performance.
This match, originally slated for the Accra Sports Stadium, has been relocated to Kumasi due to the unavailability of Accra Sport Stadium. The unfamiliar setting could potentially impact the dynamics of the game, with both teams forced to adapt to a different atmosphere.
As the Dade boys of Hearts of Oak take the field sitting 10th in the league table with 17 points, the significance of securing a victory cannot be overstated. Having won just one of their last five games, drawn twice, and suffered three defeats, Hearts of Oak are keenly aware of the need to reverse their fortunes.
On the other side, Accra Great Olympics stand as a formidable force on their home turf, having lost only one home match in seven games, securing four wins and three draws. Their defensive record, conceding only three goals in seven games, poses a substantial challenge for Hearts of Oak's offensive aspirations.
Hearts of Oak starting XI:
Richard Attah
Michael Ampadu
Winimi Thomas
Kofi Agbesimah
Denis Korsah
Glid Otanga
Linda Mtange
Kashala Ramos
Hamza Issah
Salifu Ibrahim
Enock Asubonteng