Defending champions Kumasi Asante Kotoko disappointed their expectant fans yesterday after falling 0-1 to Aduana Stars in their cagey First Capital Plus Premier League opener at the Agyemang-Badu Park at Dormaa-Ahenkro.
Richard Arhin struck on the 11th minute to send the home fans cheering till the end.
The important victory came as a big boost to Aduana Stars who trek to Obuasi to face New Edubiase United midweek.
Kotoko, on the other hand, will be under pressure to make amends in Kumasi on Wednesday against early leaders, Hasaacas, who thrashed Liberty professionals 3-1 at home, courtesy Frederick Quayson and Samuel Afful.
However, Accra Hearts of Oak started brightly by beating WAFA 1-0 at the Kpando Park last Saturday.
Burly striker Gilbert Fiamenyo scored the first goal of the season after connecting home Paul Acquah's pass in the 56th minute.
Newly-promoted WAFA stretched the Phobians with an impressive first half performance but allowed Hearts to take over the game in the second half.
Hearts, who are serving a two-match home ban, will play Berekum Chelsea next away on Wednesday.
At Sunyani last Saturday, returnee B.A. United made a statement with a 1-0 win over regional rivals Bechem United.
A beautiful goal from Isaac Danso was enough to earn B.A. United the maximum points in their first match of the season.
After a goalless first half, Referee David Laryea sent Bechem United's Asante Agyeman off in the 56th minute.
But even with a man short, Bechem United still put up an impressive performance until Danso's 83rd minute shot beat goalkeeper Ernest Adu.
At the Obuasi Len Clay Stadium, Ashantigold started the 2014/2015 season strongly by overpowering Great Olympics with a 2-0 triumph, while Inter Allies also registered a similar margin over visiting Medeama at Tema yesterday.
Lord Ofosuhene put the homesters ahead after 10 minutes before Ndiaye Benogo doubled the lead in the 72nd minute.
Wa All Stars also took full advantage at home to beat Chelsea 1-0 at Wa yesterday.
Stephen Nyarko snatched the match winner for All Stars 14 minutes into the second half.
Heart of Lions devoured New Edubiase 2-0 at Kpando yesterday.
