HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Hearts of Oak Celebrate 115 Years Today

byEditor EditorNovember 11, 20260 Accra Hearts of Oak are celebrating their 115th anniversary today, Wednesday, November 11, marking more than a century of rich history since the club was founded in 1911.

The Phobians marked the milestone with a heartfelt message on X, declaring: “115 YEARS OF PRIDE. 115 YEARS OF GLORY!” The club described itself as “Born in 1911. Built on passion. Driven by an unbreakable spirit.”

Later in the day, Hearts shared another tribute, stating: “Every picture tells a story. Every generation leaves a legacy.”

Founded in Accra on November 11, 1911, under the leadership of Christopher Brandford Nettey, popularly known as Asafoatse Nettey, Hearts of Oak remain Ghana’s oldest surviving football club. The club has built a legacy that spans generations and continues to command one of the largest fan bases in African football.

Over the years, Hearts have won 21 Ghana Premier League titles and a record 12 FA Cups. Their greatest continental achievements include lifting the CAF Champions League in 2000, the CAF Super Cup in 2001 and the CAF Confederation Cup in 2004.

Former Board Chairman Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe paid tribute to the club’s founders, describing their vision and sacrifices as the foundation of Hearts’ enduring success.

He stressed that the greatness of Hearts of Oak should be measured not only by trophies but also by the strength of its institutions, leadership and values.

Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe also praised Board Chairman Togbe Afede XIV for his leadership, highlighting the redevelopment of the club’s Phobia House headquarters and the Hearts of Oak Academy complex at Kpobiman.

On the field, Hearts celebrated the anniversary in style after recording an emphatic 3-0 victory over Heart of Lions in the Ghana Premier League last weekend. Ransford Mensah and a brace from veteran striker John Antwi secured all three points as the Phobians bounced back from their defeat to Debibi United.

Reflecting on the club’s remarkable journey, Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe urged supporters to remain united and committed to the values that have sustained Hearts of Oak for more than a century.

“After 115 years, the oak tree still stands. Its roots remain firmly established in the sacrifices of our founding fathers.”

As Hearts of Oak celebrate 115 years of pride, resilience and success, the club continues to honour the vision of its founders while looking ahead to an even brighter future.

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