Super Clash: Five Key Hearts Players to watch out for ahead of today’s game
The two most glamourous clubs in the country, Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko will square off on Sunday afternoon in matchday 31 of the Ghana Premier League.
The Phobians will play host to the Porcupine Warriors at the Accra Sports Stadium, a game many have touted a title decider.
Having endured a difficult first round, Samuel Boadu who joined the Phobians prior to the start of the second round of the Ghana Premier League has hit the ground running turning the club into a league title contender.
The rainbow boys are on top of the league table with 56 points and a better goal difference over sworn-rivals Asante Kotoko after 30 matches.
Ahead of the much-anticipated game, Ghsportsnews.com and footballghana.com takes a look at the top five Hearts of Oak players to watch out for;
Salifu Ibrahim: His arrival at the club has been key in their bid to clinch the GPL title for the first time in about 10 years. Salifu has been a sensation in the 2020/21 Ghana Premier League.
After a stellar performance with Eleven Wonders in the first round, he crossed the carpet to join Hearts of Oak and has been a key player for the club.
Ibrahim Salifu has scored three goals and provided eight assists so far. His ability to weave in defense-splitting passing and distribute the ball effortlessly has made him a dangerous player to tackle. His addition to the Hearts of Oak set-up has injected them with some fluidity in attack.
Daniel Afriyie Barnieh: The Ghana U-20 has improved massively under coach Samuel Boadu, and should be a player Kotoko should be wary of.
He was at his utmost best when Hearts defeated Legon Cities, a game he dazzled to assists Kwadwo Obeng Jnr.
His skill and dribbling qualities make him a delight to watch and if there is a player to fear on Sunday, it’s definitely Afriyie Barnieh.
Kwadwo Obeng Jnr: He leading goal scorer in the Hearts of Oak set up this season with nine goals.
He opened the scoring when the side beat Legon Cities last Thursday. The lanky forward has shown he can be relied upon due to his goal poaching ability. The left-footed attacker has been criticized in the past for his lack of mobility but that has changed significantly, with the striker always at the right place at the right.
Benjamin Afutu: The combative midfielder has been instrumental for the rainbow boys and is expected to battle it out with the Kotoko midfield.
His aerial ability is superb and can cause havoc anytime he gets into the Kotoko 18-yard box.
Raddy Ovouka: Arguably, the best left-back in the country, the Congolese has been consistent at the back for the club. Despite falling shot defensively, he is dangerous whenever he surges forward
