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Published : 11 October 2025
Published at: 7:37Pm
By Saibu Terry
In a Pulsating match at the Jinapor Stadium on Saturday, October 11, 2025, Sankara Nationals FC secured a hard-fought victory over Yapei FC, moving them to the top of the Access Bank Division One League Zone 1A standings.
The visitors took the lead just before halftime when midfield maestro Mohammed Salis Toufick’s strike to give Sankara Nationals a 1-0 advantage at the break.
Earlier in the game, Yapei FC was awarded a penalty in the 35th minute, but Sankara Nationals’ goalkeeper Kalala made a spectacular save to deny the home side.
In the second half, Yapei FC pushed hard for an equalizer, but Sankara Nationals’ defense held firm. The Yendi-based club’s resilience paid off, earning them a narrow win.
With this victory, Sankara Nationals FC now tops Zone 1A after 3 matches with two wins one draw with 7 points.
Coach Mohammed Bashiru Joe Baah’s side will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming match at the Yendi youth resource center against Northern city Fc.
