Samartex crowned GPL champions
Samartex has officially been crowned the champions of the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League campaign, dethroning Medeama, who had previously won the title.
The Timber Giants secured their first Ghana Premier League title two games before the end of the season after defeating Bibiani Goldstars on matchday 32.
They were officially crowned champions on Sunday, June 16, 2024, during their final day game against Accra Lions.
In a special coronation match that afternoon, Samartex secured a 2-0 home victory over Accra Lions at the Nsenkyire Sports Complex.
Emmanuel Mamah scored a stunning goal in the 3rd minute, and they went into recess with the advantage.
In the 87th minute, Ebenezer Papa Ocran netted a brilliant goal to seal a comfortable win for the hosts as they concluded the campaign in style.
With this victory, Samartex finished the season with a total of 61 points from 34 games.
However, Samartex, the eventual Ghana Premier League winners, were decorated with their medals at a colorful ceremony in Samreboi.
The atmosphere in Samreboi was electrifying as the team celebrated their league triumph in style.
Having emerged as champions, Samartex is expected to receive a whopping GHC500,000.
Samartex will represent Ghana in the CAF Champions League campaign next season.
