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Ghana Women’s FA Cup 2025/26 Semifinal Preview: Samartex vs Army, Jonina vs Hasaacas in Southern Showdown

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The stage is set for the semifinals of the 2025/26 Ghana Women’s FA Cup, with four Southern Zone giants battling for a place in the final following an exciting quarterfinal round played on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

The last eight matches produced thrilling encounters as Army Ladies thrashed Tamale Super Ladies 4-0, while Hasaacas Ladies edged Ampem Darkoa Ladies 2-1. Samartex Ladies progressed after a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout victory over FC Savannah following a 1-1 draw, and Jonina Ladies also advanced via penalties, beating Supreme Ladies 5-4 after a 2-2 stalemate.

For the second consecutive season, all semifinalists hail from the Southern Zone, underlining the region’s dominance in the competition. Last season’s last four featured Faith Ladies, Jonina Ladies, Rootz Sistaz, and Hasaacas Ladies, with Faith Ladies eventually lifting the trophy.

The 2025/26 semifinals, scheduled between March 20 and 23, promise high-intensity battles as Army Ladies face Samartex Ladies, while Jonina Ladies take on Hasaacas Ladies.

Samartex Ladies vs Army Ladies

Samartex Ladies will be aiming to reach their first-ever FA Cup final as they continue their impressive run. The club has never won the competition and endured a difficult start in the 2024/25 season, suffering a 3-1 defeat to Hasaacas Ladies in the Round of 64. However, this season has seen significant growth and resilience.

Interestingly, both Samartex and Army navigated their early rounds against Division One opponents before overcoming Northern Zone Premier League sides in the quarterfinals. Their recent league meetings further add intrigue to the clash. Army Ladies secured a narrow 1-0 away victory earlier in the season, while their most recent encounter ended in a goalless draw.

Army Ladies enter the semifinal in strong form. The 2023/24 FA Cup champions are currently second in the Women’s Premier League, level on points with the leaders. After winning their first-ever FA Cup title in 2024 with a 1-0 triumph over Police Ladies, Army will be determined to return to the final following last season’s early exit on penalties.

Jonina Ladies vs Hasaacas Ladies

The second semifinal pits last season’s finalists Jonina Ladies against experienced campaigners Hasaacas Ladies in what promises to be another thrilling encounter.

Jonina Ladies will be eager to go one step further after narrowly losing 2-1 to Faith Ladies in the 2024/25 final. The club has never won the FA Cup but will draw confidence from their impressive form this season. However, their route to the semifinals has seen them face only Division One opposition in all four rounds.

Their head-to-head record against Hasaacas this season adds extra excitement. Jonina secured a 1-0 away win earlier in the Women’s Premier League campaign, while their most recent meeting ended in a 1-1 draw.

Hasaacas Ladies, meanwhile, bring experience and pedigree into the contest. Former FA Cup champions in the 2021/22 season, they reached the semifinals last year but were eliminated 1-0 by eventual winners Faith Ladies. This season, they have impressed by defeating Premier League side Epiphany Warriors 3-0 in the Round of 16 before knocking out Northern Zone leaders Ampem Darkoa 2-1 in the quarterfinals.

Currently leading the Southern Zone league standings, Hasaacas will be aiming to combine their domestic dominance with another FA Cup triumph.

With history, rivalry, and ambition on the line, the semifinals of the 2025/26 Ghana Women’s FA Cup promise captivating football and intense competition as the four Southern heavyweights battle for glory.

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Match Preview: Medeama SC vs All Blacks

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Defending champions Medeama SC will be at home to Swedru All Blacks at the TNA Stadium in Tarkwa.

The home team has been excellent at home, winning all four of its games while scoring nine and conceding just two, which makes them a formidable side at home.

They are returning home following a 1-1 draw with Asante Kotoko in Kumasi.

The Black Magicians were on a three-match winning run, but it came to a crashing halt following a 2-1 loss to AshantiGold last weekend.

They would hope to give a good account of themselves in Tarkwa.

Prediction: Medeama SC 2-0 Swedru All Blacks

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Match Preview & Prediction: Bibiani Gold Stars vs Aduana Stars  

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Bibiani Gold Stars will host Aduana Stars at Dun’s Park in Bibiani.

Both teams are at opposite ends of the league table.

The Miners have struggled for consistency in the league so far, so it is hardly surprising that they occupy 15th spot with 10 points, just above the relegation zone – quite unusual for a former league champion.

Aduana have picked three wins from five games in the league.

Their most recent win was against the regional rivals, Berekum Chelsea through an Amankona brace.

They will hoping to repeat the dosage against a difficult opponent, Goldstars.

Bar Hearts of Oak, they are the second best defensive side in the league, with just 5 goals conceded.

Prediction: Gold Stars 2-1 Aduana Stars

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Match Preview & Prediction: Berekum Chelsea vs Asante Kotoko  

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Golden City Park will witness one of the weekend’s top fixtures between Berekum Chelsea and Kotoko in week ten of the 2026/7 Ghana Premier League.

Berekum Chelsea have endured a torrid campaign so far, having secured just three wins from nine games in the lead-up to their clash against the Porcupine Warriors.

They lost to Aduana Stars last weekend and will need to step up against the Kumasi-based club, who are coming to town for what promises to be a cliffhanger.

They sit 11th with 11 points from nine games, scoring 10 and conceding 11.

Meanwhile, the former champions have underwhelmed this season.

They have gathered 13 points from nine games, scoring and conceding 10 goals apiece.

The Porcupine Warriors are still seeking consistency, which will make this a dicey game at Golden City Park.

Prediction: Berekum Chelsea 1-1 Asante Kotoko

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Match Preview & Prediction : Hearts of Oak vs Hearts of Lions.

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The battle of the two Hearts will come off at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.

The two teams have endured contrasting fortunes since the start of the season.

The home team surprisingly lost to newly promoted Debibi United last weekend, ending a four-match unbeaten run.

They boast the league’s best defensive record (only 3 goals conceded) and an outstanding home record—unbeaten at the UG Stadium this season (3 wins, 1 draw, and zero goals conceded).

This is a feat Coach Nebojsa Kapor will be hoping to protect, preserve, and continue against familiar foes.

Meanwhile, Heart of Lions arrive with renewed confidence after a 2-1 win over Bechem United that ended a three-game losing streak.

They are more open and higher-scoring than Hearts, but less consistent defensively.

This game has all to play for both teams looking to get a bit of the Premier League .

Prediction : Hearts of Oak 2-1 Heart of Lions

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