{"id":896331,"date":"2026-04-02T08:13:23","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T13:13:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/02\/2025-26-mtn-fa-cup-competition-medeama-aduana-fc-heart-of-lions-nations-fc-tipped-to-advance\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T08:13:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T13:13:23","slug":"2025-26-mtn-fa-cup-competition-medeama-aduana-fc-heart-of-lions-nations-fc-tipped-to-advance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/02\/2025-26-mtn-fa-cup-competition-medeama-aduana-fc-heart-of-lions-nations-fc-tipped-to-advance\/","title":{"rendered":"2025\/26 MTN FA Cup competition: Medeama, Aduana FC, Heart of Lions, Nations FC tipped to advance"},"content":{"rendered":"<div role=\"main\" id=\"content\">\n<article id=\"the-post\">\n<div>\n<figure><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" width=\"780\" height=\"470\" src=\"https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Manaf-Ibrahim-Attram-Divisser-780x470.jpeg\" alt=\"Manaf Ibrahim- Attram Divisser\" data-main-img=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"><figcaption>\n \u2022\tSalim\tAdams\t&#8211;\tMedeama<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>THE MTN FA Cup action returns this week with mouthwatering quarterfinal clashes spread across two centres, starting from tomorrow.<\/p>\n<p>This stage of the competition will see eight clubs, consisting of six Ghana Premier League (GPL) and two Division One League (DOL) sides, in which they will chase for qualification to the next stage of the competition.<\/p>\n<p>Aduana FC are heavy favourites against Techiman Liberty Youth at the Bechem Stadium tomorrow at 3pm. It will be a very difficult battle for the DOL side due to Aduana\u2019s inspiring run in the current season.<\/p>\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Manaf-Ibrahim-Attram-Divisser.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" data-lazyloaded=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"875\" src=\"https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Manaf-Ibrahim-Attram-Divisser-1024x875.jpeg\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Manaf-Ibrahim-Attram-Divisser-1024x875.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Manaf-Ibrahim-Attram-Divisser-300x256.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Manaf-Ibrahim-Attram-Divisser-768x656.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Manaf-Ibrahim-Attram-Divisser.jpeg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/a><figcaption>\u2022 Manaf Ibrahim \u2013 Attram Divisse<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Aduana is among the top four contenders of the elite national league and are in very good form, unlike their younger opponents who have not shown much promise in the DOL. That notwithstanding, they have shown enough courage and determination in the MTN FA Cup competition. If they are able to sustain that momentum, they would pose problems for the favourites.<\/p>\n<p>At the Cape Coast Sports Stadium, Dreams FC will contest Heart of Lions in the first clash of the two games scheduled for the venue at 3pm.<\/p>\n<p>The Lions from Kpando for the second season running have enjoyed a great ride, regularly competing with the top sides on the Premier League table. But Dreams FC have struggled and lacked consistency; recording a poor start to the season as they<\/p>\n<p>Clearly, with the league diadem completely out of their reach now, the FA Cup represents the only chance of grabbing silverware. It would have been an easier call for the Lions if the match was to be played at their Kpando fortress but on a neutral ground at Bechem, it remains a contest that would be determined by their show of character.<\/p>\n<p>Medeama\u2019s sudden dip in form will be the major worry of their fans as they line up for one of the four semifinal tickets but Medeama\u2019s quest for a duet this season doubles their motivation for the tie. It is a platform to reverse their winless streak and would clear every obstacle to be successful.<\/p>\n<p>There would also be an all Premier League clash between Nations FC and Berekum Chelsea which is considered a game of equals but the latter\u2019s struggles makes them the underdogs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>BY ANDREW NORTEY<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Join our WhatsApp Channel now!\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbAjG7g3gvWajUAEX12Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbAjG7g3gvWajUAEX12Q<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Follow our WhatsApp Channel now!\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbAjG7g3gvWajUAEX12Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbAjG7g3gvWajUAEX12Q<\/a><\/p>\n<figure><a href=\"http:\/\/follow%20ghanaian%20times%20whatsapp%20channel%20today.%20https\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbAjG7g3gvWajUAEX12Q%20%F0%9F%8C%8D%20Trusted%20News.%20Real%20Stories.%20Anytime,%20Anywhere.%20%E2%9C%85%20Join%20our%20WhatsApp%20Channel%20now!%C2%A0https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbAjG7g3gvWajUAEX12Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" data-lazyloaded=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/GTimeslogo-683x1024.jpg\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/GTimeslogo-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/GTimeslogo-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/GTimeslogo-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/GTimeslogo.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"read-next-block\">\n<h2>Read Next<\/h2>\n<div id=\"tie-read-next\">\n<ul><\/ul>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p><span>April 2, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>\u2018Safety for All Campaign\u2019 Season 3 launched<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span>April 2, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Football fans in Kadjebi react to Otto Addo\u2019s sack<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span>April 2, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Ghana eyes IHF Zone III glory as youth Handball teams head to Togo<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span>April 2, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Italy miss out on 3rd straight World Cup<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span>April 2, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>James sets all-time win mark in Lakers\u2019 win over Cavaliers<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span>April 2, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>German Embassy hosts viewing party for Germany-Ghana friendly<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span>April 2, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>DR Congo secure World Cup slot<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span>April 2, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>GFA to appoint new Black Stars coach within two weeks<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span>April 2, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Ghana drops in latest FIFA rankings<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span>April 1, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Ghana, Tanzania progress in ICC Men\u2019s T20 World Cup sub-regional Africa Qualifier B<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> Admin1<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/ghanaiantimes.com.gh\/2025-26-mtn-fa-cup-competition-medeama-aduana-fc-heart-of-lions-nations-fc-tipped-to-advance\/\" class=\"button purchase\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u2022 Salim Adams &#8211; Medeama THE MTN FA Cup action returns this week with mouthwatering quarterfinal clashes spread across two centres, starting from tomorrow. 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