ACCRA, GHANA — Port City FC delivered a dramatic comeback performance to secure a 3-2 victory over WAFA SC, while Okwawu United FC strengthened their survival chances with a crucial win in Zone Three league action.
Port City, already crowned champions, showcased resilience and attacking quality to overturn an early deficit in an entertaining five-goal encounter at Kukurantumi Ohene Park.
WAFA SC took an early lead in the 4th minute through Sylvester Henyo, setting the tone for a fast-paced contest that tested the champions’ composure.
Port City responded in the 21st minute when Korbla Junior Kedzie found the equaliser, restoring balance before halftime and setting up an intense second half.
The champions returned stronger after the break, with Alex Boateng scoring in the 51st minute to give Port City the lead for the first time in the match.
Captain Hamza Zakari extended the advantage ten minutes later, putting Port City in control and appearing to secure the result.
WAFA SC, however, refused to concede defeat easily, as substitute Melchizedek Frimpong pulled one goal back in the 76th minute to set up a tense finish.
Despite late pressure, Port City held firm to claim all three points, taking their tally to an impressive 64 points from 28 matches and reinforcing their dominance this season.
Elsewhere, Okwawu United FC secured a vital 2-1 away victory over Great Olympics at the McDan Astro Turf, boosting their chances of avoiding relegation.
Abraham Tetteh opened the scoring in the 14th minute for Okwawu United, giving the visitors an early advantage in a high-stakes encounter.
Great Olympics responded almost immediately, with Frederick Akatuk equalising just two minutes later to keep the contest finely balanced.
Okwawu United regained the lead shortly after, as Morgan Abayatey scored what proved to be the decisive goal, restoring momentum and securing a crucial victory.
The result ended Okwawu United’s three-game winless run and lifted them to 32 points from 28 matches, although they remain in a tense relegation battle with only two fixtures left.
In another key fixture, Semper Fi FC strengthened their hold on second place with a narrow 1-0 win over Attram De Visser at the Tuba Astro Turf.
Samuel Adonteng Owusu scored the decisive goal just three minutes into the second half, capitalising on a loose ball from a corner to secure the win.
Semper Fi FC managed to hold on despite playing much of the second half with ten men, demonstrating defensive discipline and determination under pressure.
The victory pushed them to 52 points after 28 matches, consolidating their position near the top of the standings.
Across the division, the results highlighted both the intensity of the title race and the fierce battle for survival, with teams fighting to secure their objectives as the season approaches its conclusion.
