Kelvin Nkrumah scored in the second minute of first-half stoppage time to lift Medeama SC to the top of the Ghana Premier League with a 1-0 victory over Port City FC on Wednesday. The goal gave the defending champions a narrow lead going into the break and proved decisive as Medeama secured all three points in their outstanding Week 2 fixture.
The match began cautiously, with both sides struggling to create clear chances. Nkrumah’s strike broke the deadlock just as the referee signaled additional time at the end of the first half. Port City were unable to respond after the interval, and their task grew harder when they were reduced to 10 men in the 71st minute.
Medeama controlled the closing stages, managing the game to protect their lead. The win took Medeama’s points tally to eight, moving them to the summit of the league table. Port City dropped to fifth after suffering their first defeat of the season.
This result extends Medeama’s unbeaten run in the early stages of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season. The defending champions now lead the league ahead of other contenders who have played the same number of games. Port City will look to bounce back after the setback as the campaign unfolds.
Medeama’s victory came in a tightly contested game where defensive discipline proved decisive. The dismissal of a Port City player midway through the second half shifted momentum firmly in Medeama’s favour. Kelvin Nkrumah’s timing to score just before halftime gave his team the advantage they maintained until the final whistle.
The Ghana Premier League continues over the coming weeks, with Medeama’s strong start placing them as early favourites to retain their title. The league table after this fixture reflects the competitive nature of the season’s opening days, with slim margins separating the top teams.
Nkrumah’s goal against Port City is one of the early defining moments of the 2026/27 campaign, encapsulating a match where patience and resilience proved decisive. The outcome leaves Medeama focused on maintaining their position while Port City must regroup quickly to avoid sliding further down the standings.
According to Joy Online.
