Accra Lions Eye Crucial Win Over Aduana Stars in Relegation Fight
Accra Lions will welcome two-time Ghana Premier League champions Aduana Stars to the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in a high-stakes Matchday 28 encounter as both teams chase vital points at opposite ends of the table.
The Accra-based side heads into the fixture desperate for a win after slipping into the relegation zone following a disappointing away defeat to Nations FC in Kumasi. With survival hanging in the balance, a return to their home ground—where they’ve maintained a perfect record since coming back to the Accra Sports Stadium—offers a timely lifeline.
In stark contrast, Aduana Stars are brimming with confidence after edging Berekum Chelsea 3-2 in a thrilling contest last weekend. The win kept their hopes of a top-four finish alive, and another positive result could see them climb further up the table.
The upcoming clash marks the eighth meeting between the two sides in the Ghana Premier League. Despite Aduana’s pedigree, it’s Accra Lions who boast the historical advantage with two wins and five draws, having never lost to the Dormaa-based outfit. Notably, one of Lions’ most memorable victories came last season when they handed Aduana a comprehensive defeat at the same venue.
Heading into this fixture, both clubs share identical recent form—three wins and two defeats in their last five matches. For Accra Lions, their resurgence at home has been key, with recent victories at the Accra Sports Stadium strengthening belief that survival is within reach.
The hosts will be banking on the youthful flair of standout performers like Edmund Amakye, Jacob Awoute, and Yao Sokpoli to break down Aduana’s seasoned defence. On the other side, the visitors will rely on the firepower of striker Kelvin Obeng and the midfield experience of Maxwell Arthur to steer them toward another three points.
A win for Accra Lions could lift them out of the relegation zone, while Aduana Stars will be aiming to close the gap on the top four with a strong away performance.
Kickoff is scheduled for 3:00 pm GMT at the Accra Sports Stadium.
