On a momentous afternoon at DUNS Park, Bibiani Gold Stars etched their name into Ghanaian football history by securing their first-ever Ghana Premier League title.
The Miners produced a scintillating performance, thrashing Accra Lions 4-0 in front of a rapturous home crowd, and capitalized on a crucial slip by title contenders Nations FC to lift the trophy on the final day of the season.
Heading into the decisive fixture, the scenario was clear: Gold Stars needed to win and hope Nations FC failed to match their result.
With the stakes sky-high, Head Coach Frimpong Manso opted for an aggressive, attacking setup, an approach that paid off almost immediately.
Just four minutes into the game, forward Abdul Farouk Amoaful gave the home side the perfect start, calmly finishing from close range to ignite the crowd and settle early nerves.
The Miners did not let up. Their dominance continued throughout the first half, and in the 19th minute, they were rewarded once more.
A well-orchestrated team move ended with Kelvin Oppong slotting home their second goal, sending DUNS Park into a frenzy.
The celebrations intensified when news filtered through from Abrankese: Nations FC, Gold Stars’ only remaining rivals for the title, were trailing at home to Heart of Lions.
The second half began much like the first, with Bibiani continuing to control the tempo and apply pressure.
Around the hour mark, Coach Manso made two key substitutions, bringing on Godfred Arthur and Charles Kamara Gyamfi for Amoaful and Justice Arthur.
The changes were designed not to defend the lead, but to maintain the attacking threat and keep momentum firmly on their side.
Moments later, jubilation swept through the stadium again as fans received confirmation that Heart of Lions had doubled their lead against Nations FC. Sensing the title within reach, Bibiani surged forward once more.
Their star forward, Samuel Atta Kumi, responded emphatically, firing in a third goal that all but confirmed their place at the top of Ghanaian football.
A fourth goal followed late in the game, sealing an emphatic win and sparking celebrations across the town of Bibiani.
Much of Gold Stars’ success this season can be attributed to their formidable home form.
Throughout the campaign, they turned DUNS Park into a fortress, losing just once and conceding only five goals in 17 matches.
It was this consistent dominance on home turf that provided the foundation for their title run and gave them the resilience needed to withstand the pressure of the final day.
Bibiani Gold Stars’ historic triumph marks a turning point not only for the club but also for the local community.
After years of competing and building, they now stand as champions of Ghana, a feat achieved through tactical brilliance, team unity, and an unshakeable belief.
As the celebrations continue, one thing is certain: the 2024/25 season will be remembered as the year the Miners struck gold.