Medeama SC defeated MTN FA Cup holders Nations FC 2-0 at the TnA Stadium on Sunday to claim the 2026 Champion of Champions trophy, with Emmanuel Annor scoring against his former club in a composed display.
The annual fixture, contested between the previous season’s Ghana Premier League and MTN FA Cup winners, served as a curtain-raiser for the new domestic campaign . The match also provided valuable preparation for both sides as they prepare to represent Ghana in African club competitions.
Medeama, the reigning Ghana Premier League champions, dominated possession for much of the opening period and created several opportunities inside the first 15 minutes . Their pressure eventually paid off in the 28th minute when they were awarded a penalty. Defender Fatawu Sulemana stepped up and converted the spot-kick to give the Yellow and Mauves the lead .
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Nations FC attempted to respond, while both sides created additional opportunities before the interval, but neither could add to the score . Medeama continued to dictate proceedings after the restart as they looked to strengthen their advantage.
Their pressure was rewarded in the 61st minute when Emmanuel Annor found the net to double the champions’ lead . The goal was particularly significant for the forward as he struck against Nations FC, his former club . Nations FC were unable to find a way back into the match as Medeama protected their advantage to secure the trophy .
Continental Preparation
The victory gives Medeama an early boost ahead of a demanding campaign, with the Tarkwa-based club now turning their attention to the CAF Champions League.
Medeama will host Congolese giants TP Mazembe on September 6 in the first leg of their preliminary-round tie, with the Ghanaian champions looking to carry their Champions of Champions success into continental competition .
Nations FC will also begin their continental campaign, travelling to Mali to face Diarra FC in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round on Saturday, September 5 .
The Champions of Champions Cup victory provides both Ghanaian clubs with valuable preparation ahead of their respective CAF assignments .
Match Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Result | Medeama SC 2-0 Nations FC |
| Venue | TnA Stadium, Tarkwa |
| Goals | Fatawu Sulemana (28′ pen), Emmanuel Annor (61′) |
| Key Moment | Annor scores against former club Nations FC |
| Next Fixture | Medeama vs TP Mazembe (CAF CL, Sept 6) |
What It Means
The victory gives Medeama an early piece of silverware and provides a confidence boost ahead of the start of the 2026/27 Ghanaian football season next month . The Ghana Premier League champions produced a composed performance against FA Cup holders Nations FC to lift the trophy and head into the new season with confidence .
Medeama will be hoping to use this momentum to make an impact on the continent, starting with their high-profile clash against TP Mazembe.
Source: Accra Street Journal
Last Updated on August 30, 2026 by Samuel Kwame Boadu
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