Rospak SC faced Sefwi All Stars in a tightly contested league match at Duns Park Babiani on 12 October 2024, kicking off at 3:00 pm. The match ended with Rospak SC triumphing 1-0, showcasing their defensive resilience and tactical discipline throughout the encounter.
Rospak SC lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation, designed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for fluid attacking transitions. Evans Blay took his position in goal, shielded by a back four comprising Osei Yaw on the right, Clement Essien on the left, and the central defensive pairing of Ernest Arhin and Prince Amponsah. Osman Assan played as the lone central midfielder, tasked with linking defence and attack. Ahead of him, the midfield quartet featured Joseph Ntow on the right, Richard Appiah and Anthony Marshall centrally, and Frederick Twumasi on the left, with John Amoah leading the line as the solitary striker.
The substitutes for Rospak SC included Benjamin Ofori, Emmanuel Quarshie, Emmanuel Boafo, Derrick Asare, and Kobinah Boakye, providing tactical options for the manager throughout the match.
The first significant moment came in the 19th minute when Frederick Twumasi struck the crossbar with a powerful effort, nearly giving Rospak SC an early lead. This attempt was set up by a clever flick from John Amoah, who created a clear chance for his teammate, demonstrating the attacking potential of Rospak SC's midfield.
As the first half progressed, both teams struggled to find the back of the net, leading to a goalless stalemate at half-time. The tactical adjustments made by both managers were anticipated to play a crucial role in the second half.
Immediately after the break, Rospak SC made their first substitution, bringing on Benjamin Ofori for Twumasi in a tactical switch aimed at injecting fresh energy into the left flank. This change was followed by another substitution in the 53rd minute, with Emmanuel Quarshie replacing Anthony Marshall, further altering the dynamics of Rospak SC's midfield.
However, the match took a more physical turn as the second half unfolded. In the 68th minute, Quarshie received a yellow card for a bad tackle, highlighting the increasing intensity of the contest. Rospak SC continued to make tactical changes, with three substitutions occurring in the 78th minute. Emmanuel Boafo came on for Ernest Arhin, Derrick Asare replaced Joseph Ntow, and Kobinah Boakye took the place of John Amoah, all aimed at maintaining the team's structure and energy as they sought to secure the win.
As the match approached its conclusion, Osman Assan was cautioned with a yellow card in the 89th minute for another bad tackle, indicating the mounting pressure on Rospak SC's players as they defended their slim lead. The final moments of the match saw Kobinah Boakye receive a yellow card for violent conduct in the 90th minute, a reflection of the heightened tensions as Sefwi All Stars pushed for an equaliser.
Despite the late pressure from Sefwi All Stars, Rospak SC held firm to claim a vital victory, showcasing their defensive prowess and tactical discipline. The match served as a testament to their ability to grind out results, a quality that could prove invaluable as the league campaign progresses.
