After a difficult start to the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season, Berekum Chelsea finally registered their first win with a convincing 2–0 victory over Basake Holy Stars at the Golden City Park on Sunday.
The result brought much-needed relief to the Blues and their fans, following back-to-back losses against Asante Kotoko at home and Swedru All Blacks away.
Chelsea started the match with intent, showing improved coordination and attacking purpose from the onset. Their dominance paid off in the 42nd minute when Prince Anane found himself at the right place to slot home the opening goal after a spell of sustained pressure. The stadium erupted in celebration as the hosts took a deserved lead into halftime.
The Blues resumed the second half with renewed energy, and just three minutes after the restart, Haruna Shaibu doubled the advantage with a composed finish. His goal sealed the victory and gave Chelsea control of the game, leaving Holy Stars with little chance of recovery.
Basake Holy Stars struggled to impose themselves and rarely threatened the Berekum goal. Their few attacking moments were quickly neutralized by a disciplined and well-organized Chelsea defense led by goalkeeper Kwaku Owusu, who ensured his side kept a clean sheet. The team’s compact defending and confident ball movement reflected the tactical adjustments made by head coach Samuel Boadu after their disappointing start to the campaign.
This win marks a crucial turning point for Berekum Chelsea, not only putting their first three points on the board but also restoring belief and momentum ahead of a demanding run of fixtures. The Blues will travel to face Karela United on Sunday before hosting Hearts of Oak in Berekum on Sunday the 19th at the Golden City Park. They will then play Bibiani GoldStars, where fans will hope to see another strong performance.
For Basake Holy Stars, the defeat extends their winless run as they continue their search for a maiden Premier League victory. They will aim to bounce back when they play Young Apostles in their next outing.
After losing their first two matches and enduring a shaky start, this result serves as a timely reminder of Berekum Chelsea’s resilience and quality. With confidence restored, the Blues will look to build on this victory and reassert their presence as one of the league’s most competitive sides.
