Medeama SC kicked off their Ghana Premier League campaign with a 1-0 victory over Accra Lions at the TNA Stadium in Tarkwa on Sunday, 8th September 2024.

The first half was evenly contested, with both teams showcasing entertaining, end-to-end football.

Accra Lions, in particular, demonstrated why they are regarded as one of the most attractive footballing sides in the league.

However, both teams lacked precision in the final third during the opening 45 minutes.

Lions striker Mohammed Yahaya and Medeama forward Diawise Taylor, a former GPL goal king, had relatively quiet first halves, struggling to make an impact due to strong defensive performances from both sides.

The second half brought more action, and Medeama broke the deadlock in the 56th minute.

Referee Imoro awarded the home side a penalty after Musa Hamzata was adjudged to have committed a handball offence in the box.

Medeama forward Bernardinho Osah Tetteh calmly converted the resulting penalty, giving the hosts their first goal of the new campaign.

Ibrahim Tanko's boys pressed for an equaliser but were denied by Medeama goalkeeper Appiah Kubi, who produced an incredible save in the 72nd minute to stop substitute Bernard Kesse’s effort.

In the end, Medeama secured all three points, starting their new season with a hard-fought victory.

The win places the Tarkwa-based side fifth on the league table after Matchday 1.