Hearts, Lions Draw

Kpando Heart of Lions were held to a 1-1 drawn game by Accra Hearts of Oak in their Glo Premier League encounter at the Kpando Stadium yesterday.

Playing the greater part of the game, Lions could not take advantage of the numerous chances they created, especially in the first half.

Against the run of play, Hearts got the first goal following a blunder by defender, Kweku Andoh, who fouled Uriah Asante after dispossessing him of the ball in the Lions half.

Kumasi-based referee, Lord Vuvor, did not hesitate to whistle for an infringement which was expertly taken by Obed Ansah, only for Douglas Nkrumah to lob the ball over on-rushing Joseph Addo in post for Lions.

This was after veteran goalkeeper Sammy Adjei had saved a goal-bound shot by Lions striker Gilbert Fiamenyo in the 19th minute.

After recess, Lions, with their pride at stake, made two quick changes by bringing on Gladson Awako and Godfred Asante for Isaac Morgan and Prosper Avor respectively to strengthen the midfield.

The changes paid off perfectly in the 75th minute when Asante headed home a cross from left winger, Mohammed Yakubu.

In the 80th minute, Lions had another chance to increase the tally but a goal-bound shot from the foot of Awako was headed out of the post by teammate, Fiamenyo, who wasted not less than three glorious chances.