Swedru All Blacks 1–1 Bechem United
Ghana Premier League – 10 May 2026

Swedru All Blacks and Bechem United played out a 1–1 draw at the Swedru Sports Stadium on Sunday evening, a result that keeps both sides in the middle of the Ghana Premier League table. The All Blacks fought back after a sluggish start, but Bechem United will feel they did enough to win.

Match Overview

Bechem United started the brighter of the two sides, moving the ball quickly and testing the All Blacks defence early. Their pressure told in the 22nd minute when striker Isaac Osei pounced on a defensive mix-up to drill the ball past home goalkeeper Richard Adjei. The visitors could have extended their lead just before the half-hour mark, but midfielder Prince Opoku’s shot cannoned off the crossbar.

All Blacks Response

Swedru All Blacks gradually grew into the game as the first half wore on. Their equaliser came in the 39th minute after a period of sustained pressure. Forward Emmanuel Boateng latched onto a long ball, turned his marker, and fired a powerful effort past Bechem goalkeeper Michael Amponsah. The goal lifted the home side, and they ended the half the stronger team.

Second Half Stalemate

Both teams had chances in the second half but lacked the composure to find a winner. All Blacks' Kwame Asare saw a header cleared off the line in the 55th minute, while Bechem's substitute Francis Agyekum blazed over from eight yards with 15 minutes remaining. The match became scrappy in the final stages, with neither side willing to risk losing.

Standout Performers

Emmanuel Boateng was the catalyst for the All Blacks, his goal and tireless running earning him the Man of the Match award. For Bechem, Isaac Osei posed a constant threat down the left flank. Midfielder Ibrahim Sulemana controlled the tempo for the visitors but lacked the final ball.

Table Context

The draw leaves Swedru All Blacks in seventh place with 28 points from 20 matches, while Bechem United sit ninth on 26 points. Both teams are within touching distance of the top half but have struggled for consistency this season. All Blacks will be satisfied with a point given their slow start, while Bechem United will rue missed chances that could have given them all three points on the road.