Accra Hearts of Oak powered into the Round of 16 of the 2024/25 MTN FA Cup with a commanding 3-0 win over second-tier Akatsi Home Stars at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon on Sunday, January 12.
After a tight first half, the Phobians’ tactical adjustments and clinical finishing overwhelmed their opponents in a dominant second-half display.
Home Stars came out with an aggressive approach, catching the Premier League side off-guard early on. From the opening whistle, the visitors enjoyed plenty of possession, creating early pressure that tested Hearts' resolve.