In a mouthwatering encounter at the technical center today, Berekum City put on a show, outclassing Zorkor United 3-1 to move three points clear at the top of the Upper East division two middle table. The match, which drew a large crowd from both sides with visible supporters groups, lived up to its billing in the game.
Berekum City started the game on the front foot, creating few chances in the early stages of the first half. However, Zorkor United refused to be intimidated, fighting back with some impressive football of their own and missing a clear-cut chance to take the lead. The deadlock was eventually broken when Gbedzo Prince scored for Berekum City to take the lead for Coach Azudaa’s side. Zorkor United responded with persistent pressing, which eventually paid off as they got the equalizer later, sending the teams into the break level at 1-1.
The second half belonged to Berekum City, who continued to press forward until Michael Owusu capitalized on one such opportunity to give his team the lead once again. Zorkor United pushed hard for an equalizer, but Issa Muhammad had the killer blow in store, scoring the third goal to seal a convincing 3-1 win for Berekum City.
The victory lifts Berekum City to six points on the table, three points clear of Zorkor United and Soccer Masters, who both have three points apiece. Samba Stars are fourth with two points, while Liberty Stars and Paga Crocodile Stars have a single point each. Berekum City is now in a strong position to qualify for division one unless the other teams fight their way back to cause an upset .
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