Bibiani Goldstars and Nations FC battled to a stalemate, ending in a 0-0 draw at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex on Saturday in the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League week 28 encounter.
Ahead of the game, Bibiani Goldstars’ Head Coach, Frimpong Manso, conveyed his determination to secure at least a point in their match against Nations FC.
He meticulously strategized, ensuring that his tactics aligned with his goal of securing a positive result in the game.
Nations FC, harboring hopes of clinching the league title, faced a setback with this draw, now trailing the league leaders FC Samartex by seven points.
The match witnessed intense moments with both teams creating scoring opportunities, but the goalkeepers stood tall to deny any breakthroughs.
Bibiani Gold Stars, currently occupying the 9th spot in the league standings, showcased resilience to maintain their position, now sitting comfortably eight points clear of the relegation zone.
Nations FC, maintaining their 2nd place on the table, accumulated 45 points from 28 league games this season, but this draw may pose a challenge to their title aspirations.
Despite a promising start from Goldstars, Nations FC finished the first period strongly, with a close attempt thwarted by the Miners’ goalkeeper, Ernest Kussi.
Both teams put in fervent efforts, yet neither could break the deadlock, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats for the entirety of the game.
Looking ahead, Bibiani Gold Stars will host Bechem United in their upcoming league fixture on May 4, while Nations FC will aim to bounce back from this result when they face Karela United next Saturday.
