GPL: League Leaders Nations FC abandon game against Basake in controversial fashion

Nations FC Abandons Match Against Basake Holy Stars

Nations Football Club, leaders of the Ghana Premier League (GPL), abandoned their match against Basake Holy Stars.

This incident occurred during their penultimate game of the 2024-2025 season at Ayinase. The outcome leaves the title race uncertain, pending a decision from the Ghana Football Association (GFA).

Nations FC was trailing 1-0 in the 32nd minute due to a penalty. They decided to abandon the game after a heated confrontation with officials. This followed Holy Stars being awarded a second penalty.

Nations FC entered this match with a four-point lead. They needed to win one of their last two games to secure their first GPL title. Now, they must wait longer for that achievement due to the chaos at Ayinase.

In other league news, title contenders Kumasi Asante Kotoko and Bibiani Gold Stars both won their matches. Kotoko defeated Medeama 3-2, while Gold Stars beat Berekum Chelsea by the same scoreline.

Meanwhile, Accra Lions faced a setback in their fight against relegation. They lost 2-0 to Dreams FC.