Accra Hearts of Oak produced a memorable performance to beat Asante Kotoko 1-0 in the Ghana Premier League Super Clash at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on Sunday, February 15, 2026. The match was tightly contested, with the sole goal early in the first half proving enough to secure a stunning away win for the Phobians.
The decisive moment came in the 14th minute when Hearts defender Baba Adamu rose highest to meet a dangerous set piece, directing a powerful header beyond Kotoko goalkeeper Mohamed Camara and into the back of the net. That strike set the tone for the rest of the match, offering Hearts an early advantage in one of Ghana’s fiercest football rivalries.
Despite conceding the lead, Hearts of Oak’s task became even more challenging later in the game after Emmanuel Amankwah was shown a second yellow card and dismissed, leaving his side to battle with ten men for much of the match. Instead of yielding to pressure, the visitors reorganised defensively and maintained composure under sustained Kotoko attacks.
Kotoko created several chances as they pushed forward in search of an equaliser, but Hearts’ defence and goalkeeper Benjamin Asare stood firm. Asare’s authoritative performance between the posts included crucial saves and calm leadership of the backline, helping ensure the clean sheet and another historic result for the capital club.
The victory ended Kotoko’s unbeaten home run in the 2025-26 Ghana Premier League and lifted Hearts of Oak higher in the standings, adding another memorable chapter to the long-standing Super Clash rivalry. Video highlights of the match show the key moments, including Adamu’s winning goal and the defensive resilience that secured the win for Hearts.
