2025/26 Ghana Premier League: Week 23 Match Preview – FC Samartex 1996 vs Medeama SC

Top-four hopefuls FC Samartex 1996 will be eager to respond positively after seeing their impressive four-match unbeaten run with consecutive clean sheets (W2, D2) halted by a narrow 1-0 defeat to Swedru All Blacks FC.
Despite that setback, the Timber giants remain firmly in contention, sitting sixth on the league table with 35 points, just two points shy of the top four. Defensive solidity continues to define their campaign. With only 11 goals conceded in 22 matches, Samartex boast the second-best defensive record in the Premiership, while their 16 goals scored underline a disciplined, results-oriented approach.
Under the steady guidance of head coach Christopher Ennin, Samartex have turned the Nsenkyire Sports Arena into a fortress. They rank as the third-best home side in the league this season, registering eight wins and three draws without tasting defeat on their own turf. That formidable home form will be central to their ambitions as they prepare to host league leaders Medeama SC — a side they are unbeaten against in their last three league meetings in Samreboi (W2, D1).
Medeama SC, however, arrive with their own motivations. The Mauve and Yellow were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Aduana FC, marking the first time this season they have gone two consecutive league matches without a win (D1, L1). Nevertheless, they remain top of the table with an impressive 44 points from 22 games.
Head coach Ibrahim Tanko has overseen a potent attacking campaign, with Medeama scoring a league-high 32 goals while conceding 15. Their balance between offensive firepower and defensive organisation has kept them at the summit, though pressure continues to mount from close challengers in the title race.
Encouragingly for the leaders, Medeama rank as the second-best away side in the league, with four wins, four draws, and only two defeats on the road. The 2022/23 champions will be determined to extend that strong travelling record and claim their first league victory at Samartex since 2022.
With Samartex protecting an unbeaten home streak and Medeama fighting to preserve their lead at the top, Sunday’s encounter promises to be a high-stakes contest between defensive resilience and attacking ambition.