Head coach Didi Dramani has warned that Hearts of Oak must be fully prepared for a stern examination when they face Berekum Chelsea this weekend.
The Phobians welcome Chelsea to the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on Sunday in a crucial Matchday 23 fixture, with kick-off set for 15:30 GMT. Fresh from an uplifting victory on the road, Hearts are seeking to build momentum. but their coach is under no illusions about the size of the task ahead.
Speaking in the buildup to the encounter, Dramani acknowledged the tactical discipline and resilience of the visitors, noting that their position on the league table reflects their competitiveness this season.
“We are coming up against a compact and very defensively oriented side against Berekum Chelsea,” he told Asempa FM.
“If you see where they sit on the League log, it will be a demanding game, but we will work to ensure we will, but we are aware of what they can do on the day. I’ll call on the fans to come in their numbers to fill the stadium and support the team,” he added.
2 DAYS TO DEFEND OUR HOME 🏟️🔥
Phobians, Sunday isn’t just another game.
It’s OUR turf. OUR badge. OUR pride.We host Berekum Chelsea and we need the 12th man LOUD & READY!
Drop a 🔥 if you’ll be at the stadium!#Phobia #AHSC #HeartsVsChelsea pic.twitter.com/6KFIVj3Vo5
— Phooobia! – #WeNeverSayDie 🏅🏆 (@HeartsOfOakGH) February 20, 2026
Hearts head into the fixture buoyed by their morale-boosting triumph over Asante Kotoko at the Baba Yara Stadium last weekend, a result that reignited belief within the camp.
Now, with confidence gradually returning, the Accra-based giants will look to sustain their resurgence in front of their home supporters.
However, breaking down a well-drilled Chelsea side could require patience, precision, and composure over the full 90 minutes.
Sunday’s contest promises to be as much a test of tactical intelligence as it is of character, with valuable points at stake in the race for a strong league finish.
