Hearts of Oak secured their first away win of the season with a 2-1 victory over Young Apostles at the Wenchi Stadium on Sunday, October 13, 2024.

Emmanuel Amankwah and Hamza Issah were on the scoresheet for Hearts, while Samuel Prempeh got the consolation for the home team, with all three goals coming in the second half.

Amankwah put the Rainbow lads ahead by connecting a low cross from the right side and finding the roof of the net with his shot from inside the box.

The home team, in an attempt to maintain their unbeaten home record, took the game to Hearts but had to wait until the 83rd minute to finally equalize.

Samuel Prempeh levelled the score with an incredible bicycle kick from the edge of the box. His goal has been labelled as Puskás-worthy.

Young Apostles could not hold onto the draw as Hearts of Oak regained the lead just two minutes after the restart through striker Hamza Issah.

Issah scored a brilliant volley after receiving a teasing ball from Sanni Mohammed, who skillfully manoeuvred his way around two players.

The stunning goal proved to be the winner as Hearts of Oak secured their second win of the season. They have climbed to 8th place on the table with 8 points after six games, while Young Apostles have dropped into the relegation zone following the defeat.


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