GPL: Medeama Extend Lead at the Summit with Victory Over Young Apostles

Medeama SC strengthened their position at the top of the Ghana Premier League standings after securing a 2-1 victory over Young Apostles at the Wenchi Stadium on Sunday in their Matchday 11 encounter.

Kingsley Braye was the star of the afternoon, scoring twice inside the opening 18 minutes to put the visitors firmly in control. The forward opened the scoring in the eighth minute before doubling Medeama’s advantage in the 18th minute to give the Mauve and Yellow a commanding start.

Young Apostles fought to find a way back into the contest but struggled to break down Medeama’s defence for much of the afternoon. Richmond Opoku eventually pulled one back in the 90th minute, but his late effort proved insufficient to prevent the visitors from claiming maximum points.

The victory takes Medeama to 24 points from 11 matches, extending their lead at the top of the table to three points. Ibrahim Tanko’s men continue to enjoy an impressive campaign after recording six wins, three draws and just one defeat in their opening 10 matches before Sunday’s fixture.

Their latest triumph also extends their winning streak to seven consecutive league matches, following their 1-0 victory over Swedru All Blacks in Matchday 10.

For Young Apostles, the defeat represents another setback in their battle to escape the relegation zone. The Wenchi-based side remain in 18th place with eight points and have now gone five consecutive league matches without a victory.

The result also extends Medeama’s dominance in this fixture, maintaining their perfect record against Young Apostles in the Ghana Premier League after previously winning all four meetings between the two sides.