Defending champions Medeama SC secured a narrow 1-0 victory over newly promoted Debibi United at the Debibi Presby Park on Sunday. This win maintains their unbeaten start to the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League campaign. Kofi Babil proved to be the difference between the two sides, scoring in the 69th minute to hand Medeama all three points. Babil was subsequently named the NASCO Most Valuable Player for his decisive contribution.
The victory continues Medeama’s strong start to their title defence. The Tarkwa-based side entered Matchweek 5 unbeaten after recording two wins and two draws from their opening four matches. They had also beaten Basake Holy Stars 4-1 before edging fellow newcomers Port City FC 1-0 in their outstanding Matchday Two fixture. This performance showcases Medeama's determination to retain their title.
For Debibi United, the defeat represents another difficult outing against established top-flight opposition. The newcomers had started their historic debut campaign with a 2-2 draw against Asante Kotoko, followed by a defeat to Swedru All Blacks and a convincing 3-0 win over Young Apostles. They then lost 2-1 away to FC AshantiGold in Matchweek 4. This pattern of results highlights the challenges faced by newly promoted teams.
The home side had gone into the contest unbeaten at the Debibi Presby Park, making Medeama’s victory particularly significant. Debibi had scored five goals across their opening two home league games, but were unable to find the net against Medeama. This defensive performance by Medeama will likely boost their confidence in their title defence.
Medeama’s latest win strengthens their early title defence as the champions continue to build momentum. The team’s ability to secure a win on the road against a determined opponent demonstrates their strength and resilience. This performance will likely make them a team to watch in the league.
For Debibi United, the focus will now shift to their next fixture as they look to bounce back from this defeat. The team will aim to build on their previous performances and secure a positive result. Their debut season has already shown promise, and they will look to continue improving.
The 2026/27 Ghana Premier League campaign is shaping up to be an exciting one, with Medeama SC currently at the top of the table. Their unbeaten start has set the tone for the rest of the teams, and it will be interesting to see how the season unfolds. Medeama's victory over Debibi United has sent a strong message to the other teams in the league.
Key points
- Medeama SC's unbeaten start to the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League campaign continues with a 1-0 victory over Debibi United.
- Kofi Babil scored the decisive goal in the 69th minute and was named the NASCO Most Valuable Player.
- The win strengthens Medeama's early title defence, while Debibi United will look to bounce back in their next fixture.
