Mohammed Zaidan scored in the 88th minute to hand Karela United a 1-0 win over Hearts of Oak at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium, ending the Phobians’ unbeaten run in the Ghana Premier League 2026/27 season.
The match was tightly contested through most of the 90 minutes, but Zaidan’s late goal broke the deadlock and sparked celebrations among the home fans. His finish came after a strong individual effort, dribbling past defenders before firing a low shot into the net with just two minutes left in normal time.
Karela United started the game with more urgency and created the better chances in the first half. Despite their dominance in play, they struggled to convert their opportunities and the score remained level at the break.
Hearts of Oak also carved out chances but were less threatening compared to their hosts. Both sides went into halftime scoreless after an action-packed opening 45 minutes.
After the break, Karela kept the pressure on and continued probing for an opening. Their persistence paid off late when Zaidan broke through the Hearts defence to score the match-winner.
This victory gives Karela United a boost early in the season while ending Hearts of Oak’s unbeaten streak after four matches. The Phobians will now look to bounce back when they take the field next.
The win also highlights the competitive nature of the league, where even established teams like Hearts of Oak can be undone by a single moment of quality. Karela’s ability to maintain attacking pressure and capitalise late on proved decisive in this encounter.
According to Joy Online.
