Two fiercely contested quarter-final clashes in the MTN FA Cup ended in dramatic fashion as Nations FC and Dreams FC secured their places in the semi-finals following tense penalty shootout victories.
At full time, Nations FC were locked in a goalless draw with Berekum Chelsea after extra time failed to separate the two sides. The contest was ultimately decided from the spot, where Nations FC held their nerve to win 4–3 on penalties and advance to the last four.
In the other quarter-final encounter, Dreams FC battled to a 1–1 draw against Heart of Lions in another tightly fought match. With neither side able to find a decisive winner during regulation and extra time, the tie also went to penalties. Dreams FC emerged victorious with a 4–3 shootout win to book their semi-final berth.
The dramatic outcomes once again highlighted the unpredictable nature of cup football in Ghana, where narrow margins and high-pressure moments often determine progression.
Victory in the MTN FA Cup carries added significance, as the winner of the competition earns Ghana’s qualification slot for the CAF Confederation Cup, making the race to the final even more compelling for the remaining teams.