Friday night, March 28, at the University of Ghana Stadium delivered all the excitement and intensity promised, as Group B of the University of Ghana Corporate Football League saw four fiercely contested matchups. From last-minute goals to standout individual performances, the pitch came alive with passion as teams battled not only for points but for pride.
Lancaster Accra 0-0 Stanbic Bank
The match between Lancaster Accra and Stanbic Bank featured a first half full of promise as both teams bravely knocked on each other’s doors but failed to break the deadlock. Lancaster dominated the latter stages of the half but couldn’t capitalise on their chances, leading to a goalless halftime score. Stanbic Bank came out attacking in the second half, controlling possession and creating opportunities, but their efforts went unrewarded. Despite their dominance, the match ended in a frustrating 0-0 draw.
Bui Power Authority 1-3 National Petroleum Authority
National Petroleum Authority (NPA) started their clash against Bui Power Authority with high intensity, pressing their opponents early. Their efforts paid off when they earned a penalty, which was coolly converted by their Number 4 Joshua Kumi, despite the goalkeeper reading the trajectory. Bui Power Authority responded immediately as their talisman broke past the NPA defense to slot home the equaliser. However, NPA continued their relentless attack and earned a free kick, which Joshua expertly curled into the net, doubling his tally before halftime. NPA carried their momentum into the second half, pressing relentlessly. Their persistence earned them another penalty, which Joshua confidently converted, securing his hat trick and sealing the win.
Forestry Commission 4-1 Ghana Civil Aviation Authority
Forestry Commission wasted no time asserting their dominance against Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, scoring within the first five minutes and quickly doubling their lead. Ghana Civil Aviation Authority fought back and earned a penalty late in the first half, which they expertly converted to cut the deficit to 2-1 at halftime. In the second half, Ghana Civil Aviation Authority gained attacking momentum and unsettled Forestry Commission’s defense. However, instead of conceding, Forestry Commission struck on the counter to restore their two-goal cushion. They continued pressing forward and sealed a dominant victory with a fourth goal.
Media General 2-2 Central Administration
Media General and Central Administration both entered their match eager to secure their first three points. Media General started strong, testing Central Administration’s defense early before finding the opener. However, Central Administration quickly responded with an equaliser, ending the first half at 1-1. The second half saw thrilling end-to-end action, with both teams searching for a winner. Late in the game, Media General’s Stephen Thompson struck a powerful free kick from near the center circle. The goalkeeper got a hand to it, but the force of the shot sent the ball crashing into the net, sending Media General fans into a frenzy. However, their joy was short-lived as a defensive lapse allowed Central Administration to capitalise on a breakaway and score a dramatic late equaliser, breaking Media General fans’ hearts.
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Story by: Annang Samuel Yartey Kafui | univers.ug.edu.gh
Edited by: Gabriel Tecco Mensah
