Ibrahim Tanko demands seriousness from Medeama ahead of Debibi United clash

Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko has warned his players not to underestimate newly promoted Debibi United ahead of their Ghana Premier League clash.The defending champions travel to Debibi on the back of an unbeaten start to the season, having avoided defeat in their opening four matches.However, Tanko expects a difficult encounter against a Debibi side that has also impressed since earning promotion to the top flight.He pointed to the quality and experience within the hosts squad, including former Hearts of Oak striker Kwadwo Obeng Jnr and Owusu, who he identified as players capable of making a difference.I mean, like any other game, these are a team that qualified for the Premier League, so definitely they have qualities. And we have our boy there, [Owusu]. They have a former Hearts of Oak striker [Kwadwo Obeng Jnr. I mean, they have some experienced players among them, definitely. We are going with all seriousness and then see what happens.Debibi United have made their home ground a difficult venue this season, remaining unbeaten in their matches on home soil.Medeama, meanwhile, are yet to taste defeat after four games but are still searching for their first away victory of the campaign.Tanko says avoiding defeat will be the immediate objective as the champions look to maintain their unbeaten run.Of course, we don't want to lose, so we are going there to come back with something.
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- October 2, 2026
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