Ghana Premier League: Mawuli Wayo’s late strike secure 1-0 win for Hearts of Oak at Hohoe United

Mawuli Wayo scored in the final moments of extra time to give Hearts of Oak a thrilling win against Hohoe United on Saturday afternoon at the Hohoe Sports Stadium, keeping the team in contention for the championship.

Wayo’s goal in stoppage time secured a win at a challenging location, concluding a closely contested match that seemed likely to end in a draw.

The outcome keeps Hearts in a strong position at the top of the standings as the season approaches an important stage where every point can change your destiny.

The visitors remained calm and determined, withstanding pressure and gradually gaining control of the game, ultimately achieving success in extra time.

Their determination resulted in a valuable victory on the road, which may have important implications in the coming weeks.

Hearts of Oak had significant control of the match, maintaining more possession and generating clearer opportunities in both halves.

Hamza Issah had an early opportunity but was stopped by a timely intervention from defender Kwame Paul.

Additionally, Martin Karikari challenged the Hohoe United defence. The hosts’ best opportunity came to captain Usman Safianu, but he was unable to score from a short distance.

Black Stars goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, whose absence recently was causing fear and panic among the Phobian fans, rejoined the starting lineup and performed steadily, maintaining a clean sheet.

The match was closely contested due to strong goalkeeping, with Kwaku Musah of Hohoe United making an excellent save to stop Enoch Asubonteng in the final moments.

Wayo’s goal demonstrated Hearts’ dominance in the match, bringing their total to 31 points after 18 games.

Hearts of Oak are currently three points behind the leaders, Medeama SC, who will play against Young Apostles on Sunday.

Hohoe United is currently in the bottom three, having earned a disappointing 18 points from 18 matches.