Black Stars goalkeeper, Benjamin Asare has been widely praised on social media following his brilliant performance in Hearts of Oak’s 1-0 win over Asante Kotoko at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on February 15, 2026.

Hearts of Oak center-back Baba Adamu scored the only goal of the match in the 14th minute with a looping header, ending the Porcupine Warriors’ home invincibility this season.

Kotoko’s quest to find an equaliser was unsuccessful as Benjamin Asare stood firm, pulling off crucial saves including Hubert Gyau's shot to protect his side’s lead.

Watch highlights of Hearts of Oak's victory over Asante Kotoko

He was adjudged as the Most Valuable Player (MVP) at the end of the game for his outstanding performance.

Football fans appreciated his display, praising Asare for stealing the show in such a high-stakes encounter and making a significant impact.

Many noted that his performance is a clear indication that the Hearts of Oak goalkeeper is ready to guard the posts for the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Read the comment below:

Benjamin Asare is the big winner from this game. Another really good showing from him. You can choose to focus on the quality of shots he faced but he did his part tonight. pic.twitter.com/Gyms4vcz2a

— Fentuo Tahiru Fentuo (@Fentuo_) February 15, 2026

Numero Uno
Benjamin Clean sheet Asare
💖💛💙

— Phobian (@AmetriNathan) February 15, 2026

The best local player in the league. No player comes near

— oliver (@oliver_adusei) February 15, 2026

Benjamin Asare.
Another big test passed.
A composed, yet commanding presence at the back for Hearts today.
Biggest contribution was that finger tip save on Patrick Asiedu's shot from distance.
A brilliant all round performance. pic.twitter.com/NW9m3SGRj4

— Victor (@AtsuTamakloe) February 15, 2026

World Cup ready

— Osaberima Yaw Jr (@oblantajr) February 15, 2026

5 star performance

— MaNn_SELASSIE (@MANn_SELASSIE) February 15, 2026

Wworld class 👏

— INVESTOR💎 (@AtindanaVictor1) February 16, 2026

The first name on Otoo Addo radar is Benjamin Asare

— ConfidenceKwakuDarkoDeTrotroMate (@OneConfidence) February 16, 2026

What a guy 👏❤️

— OKODI3 🦅📌⭐️ (@okodi310) February 16, 2026

Now he has more than 10 electric iron in his house.
Now let asked how many Home/Away Jersey he has per game incase of incasity 🤣🤣🤣

— Nana Nyarko (@NanaNya39137437) February 15, 2026

For those who don’t watch him, glad you enjoyed him today

Blackstars Number 1 Asare 🧱 pic.twitter.com/LRo0WCUmRp

— Essel (@thatEsselguy) February 15, 2026