2025/26 Ghana Premier League: Week 18 Match Preview – Bibiani Gold Stars vs Asante Kotoko

Defending champions Bibiani Gold Stars will be aiming to return to winning ways as they seek to rebuild momentum in their title push, but they face a stern test against Asante Kotoko, who arrive under pressure after going winless in their last two matches.

The encounter is scheduled for Saturday at Dun’s Park, a venue where Kotoko last tasted success against Gold Stars, lifting the Ghana Super Cup with victory over the Miners.

Gold Stars’ pursuit of the Premier League summit suffered a setback last weekend following a narrow 1-0 defeat away to Bechem United. The loss slowed their momentum just as they were closing in on leaders Medeama SC, leaving the champions five points off the pace and third on the table with 32 points after 18 matches. It marked their sixth defeat of the campaign.

Despite that disappointment, Gold Stars remain one of the league’s strongest home sides. They boast the fourth-best home record, with seven wins and a draw, and are currently on an eight-game unbeaten run at Dun’s Park. That resilience at home will be central to their plans as they look to reignite their title charge.

Kotoko, meanwhile, travel to Bibiani seeking to rediscover their winning touch. After ending 2025 with three straight league victories, the Porcupine Warriors have struggled for consistency in the new year, recording one draw and one defeat in their last two outings. Their most recent match ended in a goalless draw against Berekum Chelsea at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, despite dominating possession and chances.

The stalemate left Kotoko fourth with 31 points, but they remain one of the league’s most balanced teams. They have the second-best attacking record, the third-lowest goals conceded, and the third-best away record, making Saturday’s clash a finely poised contest.