2024/25 Ghana Premier League: Nations FC vs Heart of Lions – Preview, Team News, Lineups, Kickoff Ti

Nations FC aims for their first Ghana Premier League title. They will host Heart of Lions on Sunday, June 9. The match takes place at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex. Kickoff is set for 15:00 GMT.

Match Preview
The title race is very close with only two games left. Nations FC leads the league table on goal difference over Gold Stars FC. Gold Stars won against Berekum Chelsea last weekend, increasing the pressure.

Nations FC has the most wins this season, with 18 in 32 matches. They also have the second-best attack, scoring 40 goals. Their defense is tight, conceding only 16 goals this season.

Heart of Lions sits in fourth place with 57 points. They secured this position after a tough 2-1 win over Bechem United. In their last five matches, they have three wins, one draw, and one loss.

Heart of Lions scored 36 goals this season but conceded 24. This could be a problem against a strong Nations side. On the road, they have won just once in their last five away matches.

In their last meeting in Kumasi, Nations FC won narrowly by 1-0. They hope to repeat that result in this crucial match.

Team News
Nations FC plans to field their strongest lineup for this match. Key players like Sulemana and Ampoful are fit and available to play. Coach Kassim Mingle will rely on Grippman and Alhassan for defense.

Heart of Lions has no major injury concerns either. Coach Bashir Hayford will use his experienced players—Boateng, Hennessy, and Addo—to lead the team.

Predicted Lineups
Nations FC XI: Ousmane (GK); Nettey, Sulemana, Abrokwa, Grippman; Alhassan, Kuffour, Acquah; Annor, Charwetey, Ampoful

Heart of Lions XI: Lawrence (GK); George, Anim, Hennessy, Abban; Danso, Michelle, Boateng; Addo, Pong, Oppong

Kickoff Details
Date: Sunday, June 9
Time: 15:00 GMT (3:00 PM)
Venue: Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex

Prediction
Nations FC is in great home form and eager for victory. Heart of Lions can threaten with their attacking skills but face a strong defense from Nations FC.

Final Prediction: Nations FC 2-1 Heart of Lions