2025/26 Ghana Premier League: Week 29 Match Report - FC Samartex 1-0 Berekum Chelsea

FC Samartex 1996 returned to winning ways at home with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Berekum Chelsea in their Ghana Premier League Matchday 29 encounter at Samreboi on Sunday.

The Timber Giants made a bright start and needed just eight minutes to find the breakthrough.

Alhassan Mohammed proved to be the difference-maker, calmly finishing off a well-worked move to hand Samartex an early lead.

The goal set the tone for the hosts, who looked determined to build on their recent momentum following their win over Asante Kotoko.

Samartex dominated large spells of the first half, controlling possession and limiting Chelsea’s attacking threat.

The visitors struggled to find rhythm, particularly in the final third, as their poor away form continued to show.

After the break, Berekum Chelsea showed more urgency and pushed forward in search of an equaliser.

They created a few half-chances but were repeatedly denied by a resolute Samartex defence that remained compact and disciplined throughout the contest.

The hosts, meanwhile, looked dangerous on the counter and could have extended their lead but lacked the final touch in key moments.

In the end, Mohammed’s early strike proved decisive as Samartex secured all three points, boosting their push for a top-four finish.

The defeat leaves Chelsea still hovering dangerously close to the relegation zone, with their away struggles persisting.