Defending champions FC Samartex were denied victory by Dreams FC following Joseph Esso's strike in the Ghana Premier League at Samreboi.

Mankuyeli scored just three minutes into the second half, but Esso's equalizer in the 70th minute secured a crucial point for Dreams FC.

This draw marks FC Samartex's fifth consecutive home match without a win, putting their title defence in jeopardy.

They currently sit in 10th place with 23 points, trailing leaders Asante Kotoko by 11 points while Dreams FC are in 16th with 17 points.

Their next fixture is against Basake Holy Stars, whereas FC Samartex will face Bibiani Gold Stars in the next set of fixtures in match week 19.