Ghana Premier League: Wayo strikes late to give Hearts victory
Mawuli Wayo struck deep into stoppage time to secure a priceless 1–0 victory for Hearts of Oak against Hohoe United last Saturday at the Hohoe Sports Stadium.
With the contest seemingly heading for a goalless draw, Mawuli Wayo delivered the decisive moment in the 90+1 minute, calmly finishing to silence the home crowd at the Hohoe Sports Stadium to cap a dominant away performance by the visitors.
Hearts of Oak controlled large spells of the encounter, enjoying the greater share of possession and creating the better chances across both halves.
Their attacking intent was evident early on, with striker Hamza Issah denied by a perfectly timed intervention from defender Kwame Paul.
Midfielder Martin Karikari also went close, while Hohoe United skipper Usman Safianu squandered the hosts’ best opportunity after missing from close range.
Black Stars goalkeeper Benjamin Asare marked his return to the starting line-up with an assured performance, keeping another clean sheet after several weeks on the sidelines.
The game remained finely poised, thanks in part to inspired goalkeeping at both ends. Hohoe United’s Kwaku Musah produced a superb save to deny Enoch Asubonteng, ensuring the contest stayed alive until the dramatic finale.
Wayo’s late winner ultimately reflected Hearts’ persistence and superiority on the day, earning them maximum points and lifting them to 31 points after 18 matches.
The Phobians now sit six points behind league leaders Medeama SC as the title race intensifies.
