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Poor officiating responsible for defeat against Hearts of Oak – Nsoatreman coach Mumuni
[wpstatistics stat=usersonline]Head coach of Nsoatreman FC, Mumuni Abubakar bemoans officiating cost his side the game against Hearts of Oak.
The Phobians scored first in the 15 minute thanks to Prince Ofori’s unfortunate own goal.
Yaw Baafi then added another goal in the 66th minute to double their lead, but Nsoatreman managed to score through Samuel Ofori to cut the deficit and create a tense ending to the game.
Later on, the visitors were initially awarded a penalty for Addo Sowah’s handball, but after consulting his assistant, referee Samena changed his mind. This decision did not sit well with Mumuni.
Mumuni strongly believes that this decision cost them the chance to earn a point while playing away from home.
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“Speaking to Star Times, He said: “The score line shouldn’t have been where it is had it not been poor officiating. I think the referee is not on top of his game because the penalty he whistled for”
“who compelled him to whistle for the penalty? What did he see and he whistled? What happened he has to confide in the fourth referee?”
“I think some of these things have to stop. He has thwarted our effort. Officiating has thwarted our effort. That is the summary of the game.”
The newly promoted team in the premier league is currently occupying the 16th position in the league standings with 31 points, which puts them in the relegation zone. Their upcoming game will be played at home, where they will face King Faisal.
Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has voiced concern over the state of football facilities in Ghana, saying inadequate infrastructure is damaging the game’s attractiveness.
The local league’s appeal over the years has dwindled with many calling for immediate action to be taken to salvage the situation.
Speaking to Kumasi based radio station, Ahenfie FM, he expunge on the poor infrastructure in the country which has reduced the appeal of the Ghana Premier League and football in general.
“The poor infrastructure is making our football less attractive.” he ended
His comments highlight ongoing challenges facing the development of football in the country, from grassroots level to the professional game
The 35-year-old, who earned 78 caps and scored 11 goals for the Black Stars between 2008 and 2017, began his career with local sides Berlin FC and Berekum Arsenal before a loan spell at Asante Kotoko.
He later returned to the Ghana Premier League with Accra Great Olympics in 2022–23 after a long career in Europe.
This week’s Ghana Premier League 2026/27 games produced incredible results across the various game venues.
- Swedru All Blacks 1–0 Asante Kotoko
Scorer: Wiafe/Eric Darkwah (penalty, late). - Hearts of Oak 1–0 Port City FC
Scorer: Frank (Abora) Duku (header). - FC AshantiGold 1–0 FC Samartex
Scorer: Raphael Ankamah
- Bechem United 4–2 Vision FC
Scorers (Bechem): Emmanuel Kobi (39’), Yaw Acheampong (62’), Kofi Tompuo (87’), own goal (stoppage time).
Scorers (Vision): Benjamin Kwarteng (47’), Ruben Quaye (51’). - Berekum Chelsea 3–0 Debibi United
Scorers: Stephen Kwakye, Dramani Awuah, Emmanuel Ofosu. - Bibiani Gold Stars 2–0 Basake Holy Stars
Scorer: Kwame Opoku 2x - Karela United 1–0 Dreams FC
Scorer: Malik Abubakar - Medeama SC 3–1 Heart of Lions
Scorers (Medeama): Emmanuel Annor (28’), Kingsley Braye (64’ and 66’).
– Kofi Mawutodzi Agbadji - Young Apostles 1–0 Aduana FC
Scorer: Samuel Prempeh (penalty, first half).
Hearts head coach Nebojša Kapor has lamented the infrastructure problems in Ghanaian football.
Hearts of Oak secured a crucial 1-0 win over Port City FC at the University of Ghana Stadium on Sunday, ending a three-match winless run in the Ghana Premier League.
Frank Duku’s 20th-minute goal was enough to separate the sides and hand the Phobians three points against the newly promoted outfit.
Despite the win, head coach Nebojša Kapor was left frustrated about the poor state of the Legon pitch.
“This is not our stadium; it’s a national stadium. Ghana football has serious problems with proper pitches,” Kapor said after the match.
The Serbian tactician’s remarks reflect growing frustration among coaches over the quality of playing surfaces across the league.
The Phobias have adopted the University of Ghana as their temporary home venue for the Ghana Premier League.
Hearts of Oak will play Vision FC in the next league game away from home.
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