Young Apostles FCvsBechem United

Young Apostles FC's Resilience at Home

Young Apostles FC, fresh from a historic promotion to the Ghana Premier League, have shown commendable resilience in their recent performances. Their recent victory over Accra Lions, thanks to Hussein Issah's decisive goal, has been a significant boost in their battle against relegation. Currently sitting in the 11th position, Young Apostles are eager to capitalize on their home advantage, where they have been relatively stronger compared to their away form. Their ability to secure a draw against Asante Kotoko, a top contender, further highlights their potential to challenge stronger teams.

Bechem United's Away Struggles

Despite Bechem United's impressive position at the top of the league table, their away form has been a glaring weakness. They have not won any of their last 12 away matches, losing the last 7 consecutively. This stark contrast to their home performances raises concerns about their ability to maintain their league position. Their recent 3-0 victory over Heart of Lions was at home, where they have been dominant, but replicating such performances on the road has been elusive.

Tactical Breakdown

Young Apostles FC's tactical setup at home has been effective, with a focus on solid defensive organization and quick transitions. Their ability to win when leading at home is notable, with a 77% success rate when scoring first. Bechem United, on the other hand, have struggled to score away, failing to find the net in 2 of their 4 away matches this season. Their reliance on home form and inability to overturn deficits away (0% win rate when trailing 1-0) could be detrimental against a motivated Young Apostles side.

Conclusion and Prediction

Given the current form and statistical trends, Young Apostles FC are poised to take advantage of Bechem United's away vulnerabilities. While Bechem United's overall league performance has been strong, their away struggles cannot be overlooked. Young Apostles' recent form and home advantage make them the likely victors in this encounter. With Bechem United's scoring issues on the road, it's probable that both teams will not score.