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GPL Wk 15: Hearts of Oak to deepen the woes of King Faisal

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Accra Hearts of Oak are not giving up on the 2021/22 Ghana Premier League, according to head coach, Samuel Boadu.

GPL Wk 15: Hearts of Oak to deepen the woes of King Faisal

The Phobians have had mixed results this term despite sweeping the board last season with a triumphant treble.

The millennium champions raked home 61 points to claim their 21st and first league title in over a decade.

They squeezed through to claim the FA Cup trophy after an 8-7 penalty shootouts win over fellow premier league side, AshantiGold at the Accra with win automatically confirming them as the Super Cup winners under coach Samuel Boadu.

Their continental club campaign left much to be desired after suffering double elimination in the last playoffs of both the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup.

GPL Wk 15: Hearts of Oak to deepen the woes of King Faisal

The Phobians were paired against Morocco giants, Wydad Athletic Club after going past Guinea club, Club Industriel de Kamsar but lost 6-2 on aggregate to the Moros over two legs.

Down the CAF Confederation Cup, Algeria outfit, Jeunesse Sportive de Saoura nailed the 11 time Ghana FA Cup winners via a 4-2 aggregate score.

Hearts of Oak’s domestic season has been characterized by performances which the fans have not been happy with.

They have managed five victories, five draws and three losses this season.

GPL Wk 15: Hearts of Oak to deepen the woes of King Faisal

With 20 points, they occupy the 8th spot on the league log and have a week seven outstanding game against arch rivals, Asante Kotoko set for February.

A tough test awaits them at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday as they host in form side, King Faisal in week 14.

Source: www.thenewindependentonline.com