Emmanuel Ofosu emerged the hero as Berekum Chelsea secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Aduana FC in a fiercely contested Bono derby in the Ghana Premier League on Sunday.

The decisive moment came in the 35th minute when Ofosu found the back of the net with a composed finish to hand the Bibires a vital lead at the Golden City Park. His goal ultimately proved enough to separate the two sides in a match defined by intensity and tactical discipline.

Chelsea, who came into the game battling relegation, showed determination and resilience throughout the encounter.

They made a bright start and looked the more purposeful side in the first half, pressing Aduana and creating the better opportunities. Their persistence paid off when Ofosu capitalized on a well-worked move to slot home what turned out to be the winner.

Aduana FC, still chasing a place in the top three, responded strongly after going behind but struggled to break down a well-organized Chelsea defense. Despite enjoying spells of possession, the Ogya Boys lacked the cutting edge in the final third and were unable to find an equalizer.

The second half saw Chelsea adopt a more cautious approach, focusing on protecting their slender advantage. They defended resolutely and limited Aduana to few clear-cut chances.

The victory is a massive boost for Berekum Chelsea in their fight against relegation, while Aduana FC’s title ambitions suffer a setback following the narrow defeat.