Players at Hearts of Oak Are Due Three Months’ Salary

Accra Hearts of Oak are apparently having financial difficulties, as new allegations indicate the team owes its players three months’ salary, according to a story published by metrotvonline on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.

The situation has left the playing body uneasy, according to sources close to the camp who spoke to Original Sports. Players are reportedly in debt to food vendors near their Pobiman camping location.

The magnitude of the players’ difficulties has been demonstrated by the fact that some supporters have even had to willingly step in to cover the expenses.

As the team gets ready for future GPL matches, the relationship between management and the team may be further strained if the 90-day arrears are verified.

One of Ghana’s oldest and most illustrious football teams, Hearts of Oak, has struggled with administrative and financial upheaval off the field in recent years, which has occasionally affected its on-field performance.

As the rumors persist, supporters are urging openness and prompt action from the team’s leadership to settle the matter before it gets out of hand.

Hearts of Oak face Hohoe United in 2025/26 Premier League season opener on Sept 12

On Friday, September 12, 2025, the 2025–26 Premier League season will formally begin at the Accra Sports Stadium with an exciting matchup between Hearts of Oak, the league’s biggest team, and Hohoe United, the league’s newest team. Under the floodlights, the much awaited opening is set for 7:00 p.m. local time (19:00 GMT).

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With both established teams and aspirational newcomers keen to establish themselves, the upcoming campaign promises drama and excitement. While the Phobians will be looking to establish the tone early in their title challenge, Hohoe United faces a formidable but historic first test in the top flight in their matchup with Hearts of Oak.

On Saturday, September 13, there will be two important games. Berekum In one of the most anticipated matches of the first weekend, Chelsea will host Asante Kotoko at Golden City Park. At the same time, Bechem United will go to Duns Park to play Gold Stars SC, the current champions, who want to start their championship defense in a big way.

Fans will have a jam-packed day of football around the nation on Sunday, September 14, when the final six games are scheduled.

Basake Holy Stars will play Eleven Wonders at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena, while Heart of Lions will play Dreams FC at Kpando Stadium.

Vision FC kick off their campaign against former champions FC Samartex 1996, Medeama SC face a tricky away tie against newly promoted Young Apostles FC at the Nana Agyemang Badu I Park in Dormaa and Karela United battle Aduana FC at the Aliu Mahama Stadium. Swedru All Blacks head to the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex to lock horns with Nations FC.

With exciting rivalries, debutants eager to impress and title contenders aiming for early dominance, the opening weekend of the 2025/26 Premier League is set to deliver a feast of football for fans across the nation.

His Royal Majesty Dr. Nii Ayi-Bonte II, the former CEO of Hearts of Oak, has stated his belief that his former team will win the Ghana Premier League in 2025–2026.

Last season, the Phobians had a dismal season and failed to win any significant trophies. The club’s board responded by hiring Didi Dramani as head coach to lead their comeback.

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Last Sunday, Hearts of Oak defeated Heart of Lions to win the 2025 Homowo Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium as part of their preseason training.

Dr. Nii Ayi-Bonte is adamant that the team must make a serious run for the championship when the new league season starts on September 12.

“For now, I’ll say we need to win the league this year. Definitely. We have come back, we’ll give our quarter and support our brother,” he told Citi Sports.

The Gbese Mantse and Adonten of the Ga State acknowledged the difficulties of football administration in Ghana but believe Hearts can rise above those challenges. He also praised current board chairman Togbe Afede XIV for his leadership, urging continued support for his vision.

“To run football in this country is not so easy. I’ve always been told that Togbe Afede is doing very well. We also need to give him the support to achieve the aim,” he added.

Nii Ayi-Bonte, who oversaw Hearts’ historic treble-winning campaign in 1999/2000, remains optimistic that the club is on course to reclaim its glory days.

Hearts of Oak will begin their 2025/26 campaign against newly promoted Hohoe United.

Following earlier declarations by Board Chairman Togbe Afede, Hearts of Oak’s PRO Addo has affirmed the club’s intentions to construct a 25,000-seat sports facility.

The management of Hearts of Oak has been working hard to find appropriate land for this large-scale undertaking.

“The club is set to construct a mini stadium in Pobiman to cater to all our friendly matches,” added Addo.

He continued, “Moreover, we are committed to erecting a standard stadium for our league fixtures, thereby enabling us to vacate the Accra Sports Stadium for the National Sports Authority (NSA).”

The first stage of the idea is to build a small stadium in Pobiman that will be used just for friendly games. The team then intends to build a large stadium to accommodate league games.

With the help of this project, Hearts of Oak will always be able to play on their home field without having to worry about having to move games to other locations because the Accra Sports Stadium isn’t available.

The Pobiman training facilities that Hearts of Oak has already finished developing have been crucial in getting the club ready for matches in the Ghana Premier League.

The forthcoming stadiums are expected to significantly enhance the club’s infrastructure and boost its performance in both domestic and international competitions

Before the upcoming season, Hearts of Oak plans to make significant changes in an effort to cut loose failing players and assemble a stronger team.

Hearts of Oak had a difficult season in the recently concluded 2023–24 Ghana Premier League, placing them in 14th place with 45 points.

On the last day of the season, the team’s dismal play was summed up when they defeated Bechem United 3-2 at Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park, just holding on to avoid relegation.

To contend with the top teams in the league, the team obviously needed a shake-up.

A source close to Graphic Sports said that Hearts of Oak intends to add players to bolster their roster for the following campaign.

The insider disclosed that “Hearts of Oak is set for a major overhaul.” “We want to cut ties with underachieving players and assemble a stronger team that will be able to contend for championships the following year.”

It appears likely that a few players will be let go as the club’s management is keen to add players who can have a big impact on the squad.

Although the precise number of players leaving is unknown, it is obvious that Hearts of Oak is prepared to go to great lengths in order to increase their chances of victory.

Hearts of Oak will play their bitter rivals Asante Kotoko Kotoko in the first Democracy Cup on July 17 at the Accra Sports Stadium before the new season begins.

Eben Dida Armah, Hearts of Oak’s former goalie, is allegedly in talks to take up the position of goalkeeper’s coach for the forthcoming campaign.

This action is a reaction to the club’s continued difficulties with goalkeeping in the just-finished Ghana Premier League season.

Hearts of Oak had a lot of problems in goals throughout the season; different goalkeepers made crucial mistakes that affected the team’s performance.

In an effort to solve these difficulties, the club is seeking to Dida Armah, a former stalwart, for his vast knowledge and expertise.

Dida Armah, a legendary character at Hearts of Oak during his playing career, was known for his extraordinary reflexes and shot-stopping talents.

His return to the club is expected to offer not only a wealth of experience but also a resurgence in the goalkeeping system.

Dida Armah has turned to coaching since retiring from professional football, where he has been recognized for his abilities to mentor and develop young goalkeepers.

The club’s management sees his prospective employment as a significant move that might result in considerable gains in goalkeeping performance.

Hearts of Oak are taking proactive steps to strengthen their team in preparation for the new season, with a focus on improving their goalkeeping.

The club hopes that bringing in Dida Armah will provide the necessary expertise and leadership to enhance their goalkeeping capabilities and improve overall team performance.

Former Hearts of Oak midfielder Anthony Annan has challenged the club’s current players to give their all in order to reclaim lost glories.

Hearts of Oak have had a disastrous Ghana Premier League season, losing six of their past seven games in the Ghanaian top flight.

The team’s home defeat against RTU has pulled them into the relegation zone, as they sit 11th in the league standings with 45 points, making their last encounter away to Berekum Chelsea a must-win.

The former Ghanaian midfielder acknowledged in an interview that Hearts of Oak’s caliber has declined and pleaded with the players to give it their best to restore the club’s glory.

From his headquarters in Norway, he told Pipapipa Media, “We all know the hardships the club is going through, but I want to tell the players that it is part of football and that they should continue to put forth their best even during the bad times.

There are chances for you when you give your all for the club because it is a large club. The standard of hearts has decreased, therefore the present players must fight hard to restore the club’s glory years,” he continued.

Hasaacas’ Anthony Annan joined Hearts of Oak in 2005 and played for the team through 2007.

He performed spells with Hasaacas and Hearts of Oak before moving on to more favorable terrain.

The midfielder, who hasn’t announced his retirement yet, has previously played for Schalke 04, 1860 Munich, Osasuna, Beitar Jerusalem, and other teams.