Accra Lions’ struggles at home continued as they were held to a 1-1 draw by defending Champions Samartex at the UG Sports Stadium in a thrilling Ghana Premier League Matchweek 9 clash.
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The game saw both teams in fierce contention, with Accra Lions initially seizing control through Abubakar Ali, who scored in the 43rd minute to send his team into half with a narrow lead.
However, Samartex left Back, Benedict Afful, snatched a dramatic equalizer deep into stoppage time in the 90+3 minute, denying Accra Lions a much needed victory.
For Samartex, the draw showcase their struggles in defending their league title success as they have now drawn five games so far.
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Accra Lions, will be cursing their Stars for the late drama suffered at home once again. it’s been one victory from nine matches, drawing five and losing three.
Samartex will host Legon Cities at the Nsienkyire Sports Stadium, while Accra Lions travel for an away fixture against Basake Holy Stars.