'We watched them' - Hohoe United coach Abdul Rahim Bashiru reveal how they frustrated Hearts of Oak

Hohoe United’s head coach Tijani Abdul Rahim Bashiru has revealed the meticulous preparation behind his team’s stunning defensive display against Hearts of Oak, crediting detailed video analysis and tactical discipline for securing a valuable point on their Ghana Premier League debut.

Speaking after Friday’s goalless draw at the Accra Sports Stadium, Bashiru explained how his technical team studied Hearts of Oak’s pre-season performances to devise a perfect neutralising strategy.

“Before coming to play this game we knew exactly the team we were coming to meet,” Bashiru stated. “Per what Hearts of Oak did during the pre-season during the Top Four and their last game against Accra Great Olympics, we watched them. So we equipped our team tactically and mentally.”

Hohoe’s players executed their game plan flawlessly, maintaining defensive organization even after going down to ten men in the second half.

Bashiru’s approach highlights the growing importance of tactical analysis in Ghanaian football, where smaller clubs are increasingly using data and video technology to level the playing field against more resource-rich opponents.

The result validates Hohoe’s preparation methods and serves as a blueprint for other newly promoted teams facing daunting away fixtures.

As Bashiru and his team turn their attention to upcoming matches, their success against Hearts of Oak proves that in modern football, thorough homework can be just as important as raw talent on match day.