In a commanding performance, Oracle F.A. secured a resounding 4-0 victory over Dunkwa Youth F.A. in their league home match at IHL Astro Turf on 18 May 2025. The match kicked off at 10:00 am, and the home side showcased their attacking prowess from the outset, leaving their opponents struggling to keep pace throughout the encounter.
Oracle F.A. lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, designed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for fluid attacking transitions. Ebenezer Quaye Ansah took his position in goal, shielded by a back four comprising Oscar Acquah and Abusah Samuel as the right and left defenders, respectively, with Dennis Opoku Boamah and Buckman Obeng forming the central defensive partnership. In midfield, Michael Agbi and Seth Adu Boateng operated as central midfielders, tasked with controlling the tempo and linking play. Ahead of them, Louis Annim and Obeng Prince occupied the right and left attacking midfield roles, while captain Roland Eshun played centrally, supporting lone striker Emmanuel Anyobugu.
The substitutes for Oracle F.A. included Imoro Yunusah, Hayford Amponsah, Mensah Augustine, Nyarko Sylvester, and Gyan Richard, who would later play pivotal roles in the match.
The home side wasted no time in asserting their dominance, with Emmanuel Anyobugu opening the scoring just three minutes in. A well-placed cross from Obeng Prince found Anyobugu, who tapped in with his right foot, sending the home crowd into raptures. The early goal set the tone for the match, as Oracle continued to press forward.
Just six minutes later, Louis Annim doubled the lead, again benefiting from a cross by Obeng Prince. Annim, in the right place at the right time, tapped in another right-footed effort, leaving Dunkwa Youth F.A. reeling at 2-0 within the first ten minutes.
As the match progressed, Dunkwa Youth F.A. struggled to find their rhythm, and Oracle's midfield duo of Agbi and Boateng dominated possession. However, the game took a turn when Seth Adu Boateng received a yellow card in the 20th minute for a bad tackle, a moment that briefly disrupted Oracle's momentum.
Despite the setback, Oracle maintained their attacking intent, and Michael Agbi added a third goal just before half-time. In the 40th minute, Agbi unleashed a stunning strike from outside the box, following a short pass from Abusah Samuel. The ball flew past the Dunkwa goalkeeper, marking a spectacular goal that showcased Agbi's quality and vision.
With the scoreline at 3-0, the teams headed into the break, and Oracle looked well on their way to a comfortable victory.
The second half saw tactical changes for Oracle, with Imoro Yunusah and Hayford Amponsah coming on for Seth Adu Boateng and Obeng Prince, respectively, in the 65th minute. These substitutions aimed to maintain the team's energy and control in midfield.
However, the match took a more physical turn, and Michael Agbi found himself in the referee's book again, receiving a yellow card for violent conduct in the 72nd minute. Despite this, Oracle continued to press for more goals.
In the 75th minute, captain Roland Eshun added to the tally, scoring a well-executed goal following a long pass from Imoro Yunusah. Eshun's right-footed finish capped off a well-worked team move, further solidifying Oracle's dominance.
As the match neared its conclusion, Oracle made further substitutions, bringing on Mensah Augustine and Nyarko Sylvester for Michael Agbi and Louis Annim in the 77th minute. The final substitution saw Gyan Richard replace Emmanuel Anyobugu in the 86th minute due to injury, but the changes did little to disrupt Oracle's flow.
The match concluded with a comprehensive 4-0 victory for Oracle F.A., a result that highlighted their attacking prowess and solid defensive organisation. Michael Agbi's standout performance earned him the Player of the Match accolade, reflecting his crucial contributions both defensively and offensively. Oracle F.A. will take great confidence from this display as they look to build on their success in the league.
