Week 12 Review: Late Drama Sees Ahenkan FA Climb to 5th as Kwaebibirim United Compound Kotoku Rush’s Woes

Category: Eastern RFA Second Division

Ahenkan FA continued their sensational start to 2026 on Sunday, securing a gritty 1-0 victory over Osenase Royals to record their third consecutive win of the calendar year.

The narrow victory has significantly altered the landscape of the league table, lifting Ahenkan FA to 5th place with 20 points. They now sit just two points adrift of second-placed Kwaebibirim United and eight points behind the league leaders, Kotoku Royals.

A Game of Two Halves

The encounter began with the visitors, Osenase Royals, looking likely to spoil the party. The away side pressed high immediately after kickoff, searching for an early opener and pinning Ahenkan back. However, the home side slowly warmed into the game, neutralizing the threat to ensure a goalless stalemate at halftime.

The second half resumed as a fierce 50/50 battle, with neither side willing to concede ground. It wasn’t until the final 10 minutes that Ahenkan FA shifted gears. Upgrading their intensity when it mattered most, they finally broke the deadlock to clinch the 1-0 win.

Speaking after the match, Coach Dominic Nketsiah remained grounded despite the team’s flying form.

“We will build on this win to improve match by match,” Nketsiah stated, signaling his intent to keep the squad focused.

Ahenkan FA is now protecting an unbeaten record in 2026, boasting three wins and a draw from their four games played this year. If this trajectory continues, a charge for the top of the table is well within their reach.

Around the Grounds: Day 12 Overview

While Ahenkan FA grabbed the headlines, there was plenty of action elsewhere in the Eastern RFA Second Division Week 12.

Kwaebibirim United vs. Kotoku Rush:

In the match of the weekend, Kwaebibirim United utilized their home advantage to inflict a painful 2-0 defeat on Kotoku Rush. The loss confirms a downward spiral for Kotoku Rush; once contenders, they are “gradually sinking” and have now dropped to 6th place with 19 points.

Crystal Boys on the March:

Third-placed Crystal Boys are refusing to let up, extending their own winning streak to three games to keep the pressure on the top two.

League Leaders Rest:

Current table-toppers Kotoku Royals enjoyed a rest week. They were scheduled to play Akyemansa Techiman, who withdrew from the competition at the start of the season, allowing the Royals to recharge their legs for the coming weeks.

The Battle at the Bottom: Relegation Pressure Mounts

While the top of the table heats up, the battle to avoid the drop has become a survival scrap. Power Rangers took a massive step toward safety with their 2-1 win over Vidako, a result that leaves Vidako stagnant in 10th place with 12 points—just two points above the basement-dwelling active teams.

The situation is even more dire for Osenase Royals, who sit in 11th with only 10 points after their narrow loss to Ahenkan FA. Meanwhile, the “super struggling” Power Breakers continue to sink; despite having 13 points, their recent form suggests they are far from safe after being whipped 1-0 by Abomosu All Stars. At the very bottom, Akyemansa Techiman remains rooted to 12th place with zero points and a staggering -36 goal difference, effectively serving as the league’s anchor as the season progresses.

       Eastern RFA Second Division – Week 12 Standings