Aduana Stars’ Emmanuel Marfo once again stole the spotlight in Week 5 of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League, scoring an 88th-minute winner to complete a dramatic 2-1 comeback over Eleven Wonders at the Nana Agyemang Badu Park in Dormaa Ahenkro. His stellar performance earned him his second NASCO Man of the Match award this season.
The week began in Tarkwa, where Medeama SC edged Dreams FC 2-1. Abdul Salaam’s early goal inspired Medeama’s victory and propelled them to the top of the league table, earning him the NASCO Man of the Match title. On Saturday, Nations FC’s Hardina Bariu was named Man of the Match for his solid defensive display in a goalless draw with Asante Kotoko, while Vision FC’s Abdul Naseru Sumaila struck twice in a dominant win over Bibiani Gold Stars to claim the award.
Sunday’s fixtures saw more standout performances, with Abdul Ganiyu Muftaw guiding Young Apostles to a 2-0 win over Basake Holy Stars, and FC Samartex’s Emmanuel Mamah dazzling in their 2-1 victory against Eleven Wonders. Karela United’s Ali Alhassan and Hohoe United’s Daniel Osei Senior also impressed, earning NASCO honors in their respective matches.
The week concluded on Monday as Hearts of Lions’ Etse Dogli earned the Man of the Match award for his commanding midfield play in a goalless draw against Hearts of Oak. Each winner received a NASCO ultrasonic humidifier and pressing iron as rewards for their exceptional performances, rounding off another thrilling week in the GPL season.
