Legion Rovers triumphed 2-0 against Koforidua Suhyen Sporting Club in a league away match at All Nation University Park on 27 October 2024, with the match kicking off at 3:00pm. The victory was marked by a solid performance from the Rovers, who demonstrated their attacking prowess and defensive resilience throughout the game.
Legion Rovers lined up in a 4-2-1-3 formation, which allowed them to maintain a strong defensive base while providing ample support for their attacking players. Samuel Boadu took his position in goal, shielded by a back four consisting of Manuel Junior and Ofori Bempah as right and left defenders, respectively, with Yeboah Thompson and Frank Obeng forming the central defensive partnership. In midfield, Benjamin Asare and Isaac Awoo operated as central midfielders, tasked with both breaking up opposition play and facilitating attacks. Bismarck Amponsah played as the attacking midfielder, while the forward line featured Daniel Addo on the right, Abubakar Tandoh as the central striker, and Harrison Mesreh on the left.
The substitutes for Legion Rovers included Gabriel Apoya, Isaac Odonkor, Eric Boateng, Ohemeng Samuel, and Andrews Kwabi, who were poised to make an impact should the need arise.
The match began with an early attempt from Gabriel Apoya, who shot wide just a minute in, signalling Legion Rovers' intent to dominate. However, it was not long before the game saw its first foul, with Abubakar Tandoh penalised for a challenge in the seventh minute. Shortly after, Tandoh found himself offside, a decision that highlighted Koforidua's disciplined defending.
Legion Rovers continued to press, with Daniel Addo's effort saved in the eighth minute, followed by a similar fate for Harrison Mesreh just a minute later. Samuel Boadu was called into action in the twelfth minute, making a full-stretch save to deny Koforidua's attack. The Rovers' midfielders were active, with Benjamin Asare's shot saved in the twentieth minute, showcasing the team's attacking intent.
As the first half progressed, the match became increasingly physical, with several fouls committed by both sides. Notably, Tandoh was involved in a foul in the thirty-seventh minute, leading to a substitution as Gabriel Apoya replaced him due to injury. The half concluded with Legion Rovers leading 1-0, thanks to a tap-in goal from Abubakar Tandoh in the twenty-ninth minute, following a well-placed assist.
The second half saw immediate changes, with Isaac Odonkor coming on for Bismarck Amponsah at half-time. The Rovers maintained their momentum, but Samuel Boadu received a yellow card in the fifty-fifth minute, a rare blemish on an otherwise solid performance. He continued to impress, making crucial saves in the sixty-first and seventy-third minutes, ensuring Koforidua remained scoreless.
Legion Rovers made further tactical adjustments with substitutions in the seventieth minute, bringing on Eric Boateng and Ohemeng Samuel. The latter made an immediate impact, scoring a stunning long-range strike in the eighty-third minute, assisted by Ofori Bempah, doubling the Rovers' lead and effectively sealing the match.
As the game drew to a close, Ohemeng Samuel was flagged offside in the eighty-fourth minute, but the Rovers remained in control. Andrews Kwabi replaced Harrison Mesreh in the eighty-fifth minute, adding fresh legs to the attack. Gabriel Apoya had one last attempt saved in the ninetieth minute, but the final whistle confirmed a well-deserved 2-0 victory for Legion Rovers.
This match showcased Legion Rovers' tactical discipline and attacking flair, setting a positive tone for their upcoming fixtures.
