Sports News of Sunday, 8 February 2026

Source: ghanasoccernet.com

Medeama SC edge Samartex on penalties to reach FA Cup quarter-final

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Medeama SC have advanced to the quarter-final of the 2025/2026 FA Cup campaign after defeating Samartex 1996 in a highly competitive round 16 clash on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

The match, held at the TNA Stadium in Tarkwa ended in a pulsating goalless draw, forcing the teams to settle the tie via penalty shootouts.

However, it was the Yellow and Mauve who prevailed with a 4-2 victory on penalties, ensuring qualification to the last eight of the Cup competition.

The match was a tightly contested affair, with both teams creating scoring opportunities but failing to find the back of the net.

The 0-0 stalemate after regular time meant that the winner of the match would be decided via penalties.

Medeama SC held their nerve, converting four of their kicks, while the Timbers Boys managed to convert only two of their kicks. The win sees the Yellow and Mauve advancing to the quarterfinal of the competition, whereas Samartex bows out.