2025/26 Ghana Premier League: Week 27 Match Report - Young Apostles 3-0 Heart of Lions
· GhanaSoccernetYoung Apostles FC delivered a commanding performance to boost their survival hopes with a convincing 3-0 victory over Heart of Lions in their Ghana Premier League Matchweek 27 clash at the Wenchi Sports Stadium.
Facing mounting pressure in the relegation battle, the hosts rose to the occasion with a clinical display, particularly in the first half where they seized full control of the contest.
Apostles made their intentions clear early on and were rewarded in the 31st minute when Claude Shooting Borrtey broke the deadlock with a well-taken finish.
The forward doubled his tally just before the break, striking again in the 45th minute to hand the Wenchi-based side a comfortable 2-0 lead heading into halftime.
Lions struggled to respond, failing to create clear-cut chances as the hosts maintained their defensive discipline while remaining dangerous on the counter.
The game was effectively put beyond doubt in the 59th minute when Richmond Opoku added a third goal, capping off a swift attacking move to seal an emphatic win for Apostles.
The victory marks a significant boost for Apostles, who continue their fight to escape the relegation zone, while Lions are left looking over their shoulders as the pressure mounts in the lower half of the table.
Apostles will take confidence from this dominant display as they push for survival in the closing stages of the season.