‘We are fully ready for the game’: Coach Ennin says ahead of Hearts of Oak clash

FC Samartex head coach Christopher Ennin has expressed confidence and excitement ahead of his team’s Ghana Premier League encounter with Accra Hearts of Oak, describing the fixture as a match every player dreams of.

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The Timber Giants travel to the University of Ghana Stadium on Friday aiming to build on recent positive results and challenge one of the league’s most historic clubs. Speaking ahead of the clash, Ennin stressed the quality and prestige of facing Hearts of Oak.

he said, highlighting his squad’s focus and readiness for the match. The statement comes as Hearts of Oak look to maintain momentum in their campaign after a resilient goalless draw away at Aduana Stars, a result that kept them competitive in the title race.

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The Phobians currently sit near the top of the table and boast one of the league’s stronger defensive records, having conceded just six goals in 15 matches this season.Samartex, meanwhile, head into the fixture with solid form and confidence, having secured a narrow 1–0 win over Heart of Lions in their most recent league game.

That result lifted Ennin’s side to sixth place with 24 points, just one point behind Hearts, demonstrating the Timber Giants’ ability to compete across the league despite their struggles on the road.

History shows that matches between the two sides are often tightly contested. In their head-to-head meetings since 2023, Samartex have the slight edge with two wins and three draws, while Hearts have won once.

However, Hearts have not conceded against Samartex in their last two encounters, home and away, reinforcing the tactical discipline and resilience that has marked their recent meetings.The build-up to Friday’s clash has already sparked tactical intrigue.

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Hearts of Oak will aim to capitalise on their strong home form and keep pressure on Samartex while Samartex seek to break their away winless run and notch their first away goal of the season, a key target given their previous challenges on the road.