Stephen Amankona Shines in GPL Week 5 with NASCO Award

Dormaa:Aduana FC captain Stephen Amankona was a standout performer during Matchweek 5 of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League, leading his team to a 2-1 victory over Swedru All Blacks FC at the Nana Agyemang Badu Park in Dormaa.

According to Ghana Web, Amankona's exceptional performance helped Aduana FC come from behind to secure three points, earning him the NASCO Man of the Match award. The week’s action commenced on Thursday at the Baba Yara Stadium, where Asante Kotoko defeated Karela United FC 1-0, with Joseph Amoah delivering a commanding midfield performance to win the NASCO Man of the Match.

On Saturday, two matches ended in goalless draws but still produced standout players. At the University of Ghana Stadium, Dreams FC's Kofi Junior Kumah impressed with his creativity, earning the Man of the Match in their draw with Hearts of Oak SC. Similarly, Vision FC's Godwin Ametefe shone in their draw against Bibiani GoldStars at the Nii Adjei Kraku II Sports Complex, dominating the midfield to secure the NASCO award.

Sunday's matches featured several notable performances. Nana Kofi Babil was crucial for Medeama, scoring the decisive goal in their 1-0 win over Debibi United FC. At the Daasebre Boamah Darko II Park, Owusu Ansah's two goals led Port City FC to a 3-1 victory over Bechem United FC, earning him the Man of the Match.

In Kpando, Heart of Lions FC faced FC AshantiGold in an exhilarating 3-2 game, with William Oduro scoring twice and taking the Man of the Match honor. Francis Asante's sixth goal of the season was decisive in Basake Holy Stars FC’s 1-0 win over Berekum Chelsea FC, while Joseph Senkyire's outstanding play helped FC Samartex 1996 maintain their unbeaten record with a victory over Young Apostles FC.

Each of the nine Man of the Match awardees will receive a NASCO 32-inch television, courtesy of Electroland Ghana Limited.