Legon Cities stunned Asante Kotoko with a thrilling 2-1 victory on Wednesday night at the University of Ghana Stadium, marking the Royals’ first win of the 2024-25 Premier League season in dramatic style.
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Albert Yeboah set the tone early for the Royals, netting a superb opener in the 23rd minute to give Legon Cities the lead. Asante Kotoko fought back, with Albert Amoah leveling the score in the 74th minute, hinting at a hard-fought draw. But in a tense finish, Rahim Yaya Abdul seized a last-minute opportunity in added time, securing the win for Legon Cities and sending their fans into a frenzy.
This defeat ends Asante Kotoko’s unbeaten run, though they remain second in the league with 15 points. Meanwhile, Legon Cities, still battling in the bottom three with 5 points, celebrated a vital breakthrough on home turf that could shift momentum in the capital.
