King Faisal 1-2 Cape Coast Ebusua Dwarfs — Cape Coast Ebusua Dwarfs came from behind to secure a 2-1 away victory over King Faisal in the Ghana Division 1 on October 4, 2026. The result underlined the Dwarfs’ resilience and added another dramatic chapter to a competitive campaign.

Match overview

King Faisal began the match with energy and took the lead in the 22nd minute through Kwame Boateng, who reacted quickest inside the box after a scramble from a corner. For a while, the home side looked comfortable, controlling possession and forcing Ebusua Dwarfs to defend deep. But the visitors stayed patient, and their equaliser arrived four minutes before half-time when Emmanuel Acquah curled a fine effort beyond the goalkeeper.

The second half was more open. King Faisal pushed for a second goal, but Ebusua Dwarfs defended with grit and grew in confidence on the counter. The winning moment came in the 79th minute, when Joseph Mensah timed his run perfectly and slotted home from close range. King Faisal pressed late, but the Dwarfs held firm to claim all three points.

Key moments

• 22’ — Kwame Boateng gives King Faisal a 1-0 lead from a corner.
• 41’ — Emmanuel Acquah equalises for Cape Coast Ebusua Dwarfs with a curling strike.
• 62’ — King Faisal hit the post as they search for a second goal.
• 79’ — Joseph Mensah scores the winner for the Dwarfs.
• 90+4’ — A last-ditch clearance denies King Faisal an equaliser.

Tactical story

King Faisal’s approach was direct and aggressive, especially in the first half. They looked to win second balls around the box and create chances from set pieces. The early goal rewarded that plan, but they struggled to manage the game after Ebusua Dwarfs equalised. As the match wore on, King Faisal’s midfield became stretched, leaving space for the visitors to counter.

Cape Coast Ebusua Dwarfs were well organised without the ball and dangerous in transition. Their equaliser came from a moment of individual quality, while the winner was a classic away-team goal: a quick break, a well-timed run, and a composed finish. The Dwarfs’ defensive line held firm in the final minutes, blocking crosses and clearing every dangerous ball into the box.

Standings impact

This 2-1 win is a meaningful result for Cape Coast Ebusua Dwarfs in the Ghana Division 1 table. It gives them momentum and shows they can win in difficult away conditions. King Faisal, meanwhile, are left with a frustrating home defeat after taking the lead, and they will need to turn chances into goals more consistently if they are to climb the standings.

What’s next

King Faisal will target a response in their next fixture, while Ebusua Dwarfs will look to build on a comeback performance that mixed character with clinical finishing.