MTN FA Cup
Dreams FC and Nations FC set for high-stakes MTN FA Cup final showdown
Dreams FC and Nations FC will battle for the ultimate prize in the 2025/26 MTN FA Cup when the two sides face off in the grand final at the University of Ghana Stadium on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 6:00pm.
Beyond the trophy and prestige, the final carries enormous significance as the winner will secure Ghana’s slot in next season’s CAF Confederation Cup.
Dreams FC head into the final with momentum and confidence after finishing the Ghana Premier League campaign inside the top four. The Believers have once again demonstrated their strength in knockout football and will be aiming to add another FA Cup title to their growing history after previously lifting the trophy in 2023.
Their route to the final has been filled with dramatic moments and impressive performances. Dreams began their campaign with victories over lower-tier sides Semper Fi, Asanska FC, and Inter Allies before edging Heart of Lions on penalties following a thrilling 1-1 draw in the quarter-finals.
In the semi-final at the Swedru Sports Stadium, Dreams FC produced another strong display to defeat Medeama SC 3-2 in an entertaining five-goal contest. Kelvin Ahiable and Suraj Seidu fired Dreams into an early two-goal lead before Medeama mounted a comeback to level the score. However, Dreams showed resilience and composure to restore their advantage and book a place in the final.
For Nations FC, this year’s FA Cup journey has been historic. The Kumasi-based club reached their maiden final after a disciplined 1-0 victory over Aduana FC in the semi-finals, with Emmanuel Annor scoring the decisive goal as early as the seventh minute.
Nations FC’s campaign has been built on resilience and defensive solidity. They recorded victories over Ebony FC, Ashantigold, and Swedru All Blacks before eliminating Berekum Chelsea on penalties to reach the last four.
Despite their impressive cup run, Nations FC enter the final under contrasting circumstances after suffering relegation from the Ghana Premier League following the conclusion of the league season. Winning the FA Cup would therefore represent a remarkable turnaround and offer the club an opportunity to end the campaign with silverware and continental qualification.
Meetings between the two sides in the Ghana Premier League this season suggest another closely contested encounter awaits. Dreams FC secured a 2-0 victory at home earlier in the campaign, while the reverse fixture at the home of Nations FC ended in a 1-1 draw.
However, with the final taking place on neutral ground at the University of Ghana Stadium, both sides will believe they have an equal chance of lifting the trophy.
Both clubs also head into the final in winning form after ending their Ghana Premier League campaigns with victories on the final day of the season.
With Dreams FC seeking to reaffirm their reputation as one of Ghana’s strongest cup sides and Nations FC chasing a historic first FA Cup title despite their league disappointment, Sunday’s final promises intensity, drama, and high-quality football under the lights in Accra.
The Achimota Golf Course will come alive on Saturday, September 12, as about 120 golfers from golf clubs across the country converge for the MTN 30th Anniversary CEO Invitational Golf Tournament.
The prestigious tournament, being held as part of activities marking MTN Ghana’s 30th anniversary, promises a day of competitive golf, networking and celebration as some of the country’s finest golfers take to the course for an 18-hole challenge.
The ceremonial tee-off is scheduled for 8:00 a.m., setting the stage for what is expected to be a keenly contested tournament, with golfers battling not only for honours but also for the pride and prestige associated with one of the major corporate golf events on the calendar.
Beyond the competition, the tournament reflects the deeper values that make golf a unique sport. The game demands exceptional mental focus, discipline and resilience, as players must remain composed, make calculated decisions and recover from setbacks throughout the 18 holes.
Golf also places a premium on integrity and personal responsibility, with players expected to uphold the rules and spirit of the game even when no official is watching. Its emphasis on problem-solving and strategic thinking further makes every hole a fresh test of judgement, patience and adaptability.
The Achimota course is therefore expected to provide more than just a sporting challenge. The tournament will create an opportunity for business leaders, corporate executives and golfers to strengthen social connections, build relationships and explore new networking opportunities in a relaxed environment.
Inclusivity and camaraderie will also be central to the experience, bringing together golfers from different clubs and backgrounds in the spirit of healthy competition and mutual respect.
As MTN Ghana celebrates three decades of connecting people, businesses and communities, the CEO Invitational Golf Tournament provides another platform to celebrate the relationships that have contributed to that journey.
But with 120 golfers expected on the course, the big question is: who will master the Achimota challenge, keep their nerve when the pressure mounts, and emerge as the standout golfer of MTN’s 30th anniversary celebration?
The answers will unfold over 18 holes on Saturday, September 12, when the ceremonial tee-off launches what promises to be a memorable day of golf, competition, networking, and celebration.
Nations FC will participate in next season’s CAF Confederation Cup after being crowned champions of the MTN FA Cup.
The Abrankese-based club have somewhat of a bitter experience in the 2025/6 campaign having being relegated from the Ghana Premier League.
Joseph Effah opened the scoring on the 31st minute after getting on the end of a header from Antwi Sarpong to head past Rahman Osman.
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Top goal scorer in the MTN FA Cup , Abdul Razak Salifu headed a well curated teasing cross from Al-Hajj Oumar Nauffal beyond the reach of goalkeeper Abraham Odonkor for the 1-1.
The second half failed to produce any goals between the two teams.
After a nervy encounter in the extra time no goals were produced with the game heading to penalties.
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Nations edged it 5-4 on penalties which saw them creating a lasting memory despite being relegation bound.
The results sees the club secure qualification to CAF Confederation Cup 2026/7.
Nations FC gave their 2025/6 a befitting farewell as they claimed the MTN FA CUP in the clubs first history at the expense of Dreams FC.
Both teams played in the just ended Ghana Premier League, Dreams finished 4th on the log with Nations FC getting relegated after three seasons since they gained promotion but their run in the MTN FA Cup was a different feel.
They beat Ebony, Ashanti Gold, Swedru All Blacks, Berekum Chelsea, Aduana stars while Dreams beat Semper Fi, Asanka, Inter allies, Medeama SC.
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In what was touted a great spectacle, Joseph Effah opened the scoring in the 31st minute to set the tone for the game.
On the stroke of half time, Abdul Razak Salifu pulled Dreams FC on parity,1-1
Both teams failed to score in the second of 90 minutes as well as the extra time.
Nations FC proved their might in the penalty shootout edging it 5-4.
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They become the first relegated club in 34 years after Voradep to win the FA Cup.
The Kumasi based club have also secured the ticket for the CAF Confederations Cup next season.
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