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“Phobians urged to pack the Accra Sports Stadium for season opener vs Hohoe United — Coach Didi’s rallying cry”

By Emmanuel Austin Baah
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Head Coach Mas-Ud Didi” Dramani  has once again called on Accra Hearts of Oak’s devoted supporters to rally behind the club in full force as the new Ghana Premier League season gets underway.

Having witnessed the steadfast backing of the fans through all the pre-season games, Coach Didi reminded everyone of how critical the early league matches are: they are the culmination of all the hard work and training in the build-up.

> “You have been with us every step of the way during pre-season,” he said. “Now comes the moment when all our preparations will be tested in earnest. The opening fixtures carry enormous weight, not just for points, but for confidence, momentum and belief. So we implore every Phobian to come out in their thousands, raise your voices, and do what you always do — support the red, yellow and blue with all your passion.”

The first match of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season sees Hearts of Oak host Hohoe United at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday 12 September 2025. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00 pm (GMT).

With the Phobians having made several important signings and working under renewed focus, Coach Didi and the technical team believe that a spirited performance in front of a raucous home crowd could set the tone for a successful campaign.

The club’s management has pledged full support to the players and staff, emphasising that nothing lifts morale like seeing a packed stadium — especially at the opening whistle.

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  • My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

    I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

    Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

    Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

    I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

    For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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