About Rough Tackle: A Ghana Premier League Podcast
Join Murtala Yakubu and his team of pundits every week on Rough Tackle, as they delve into all the action from the Ghana Premier League.
With deep analysis, statistics and solid opinions, Rough Tackle is the podcast to listen to for all things Ghana Premier League.
Hearts Eye Super Clash Victory as Chaos Hits Kotoko!
Tension is rising ahead of the biggest showdown in Ghana football. ⚽🔥
Hearts of Oak are brimming with confidence for the Super Clash, while uncertainty and drama surround Asante Kotoko in the build-up after the exit of head coach Karim Zito.
In Rough Tackle EP18, we break down the mind games, form guide, key talking points, and what could decide this massive rivalry when the two giants collide. Expect sharp analysis, bold opinions, and everything you need before kickoff.
Don’t miss it, this is where the Super Clash truly begins.
10 Feb 2026
Top Teams CRACK Under Pressure as Super Clash Nears!
The heat is on and the pressure is showing! 😤
In Rough Tackle EP17, we break down how the league’s top teams are struggling at the crucial moment, the results shaking the title race, and what it all means ahead of the massive Super Clash. Form dips, big questions, and high-stakes football, don’t miss this deep dive.
10 Feb 2026
Super Clash Warning Shots! Kotoko & Hearts Set the Tone, Medeama Run Riot
In this episode of Rough Tackle (EP16), Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak send strong messages ahead of the much-anticipated Super Clash, while Medeama SC continue their dominant run with another statement performance.
At the other end of the table, the relegation battle tightens as pressure mounts on struggling sides fighting to stay afloat. Who’s rising? Who’s sinking? And what should fans expect heading into the Super Clash?
The Ghana Premier League keeps delivering drama, on and off the pitch.
Medeama SC have opened a crucial gap at the top of the table, while giants Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko dropped points to raise fresh questions. But the weekend wasn’t just about results — Hearts goalkeeper Benjamin Asare stole the spotlight as fans showered him with cash after a standout performance, sparking massive debate.
On Rough Tackle EP15, we dig into:
Medeama’s title push and what’s driving their dominance
Hearts and Kotoko’s worrying slip-ups
The Asare cash moment — celebration or concern?
Key talking points from league centers across the country
10 Feb 2026
Pressure Mounts! Asare Returns, Medeama Dominate & Zito Under Fire
The GPL headlines are LOUD, and Rough Tackle EP14 breaks them all down. 🔥⚽
Benjamin Asare makes his long-awaited return 👋, Medeama SC hit top gear with a dominant performance 💥, and Karim Zito finds himself under serious pressure as questions continue to swirl.
What does Asare’s return change?
Are Medeama finally clicking?
Is the heat getting too much for Zito?
10 Feb 2026
No Runaways, Just Pressure! Hearts & Kotoko Struggle as First Round Ends
The first round of the Ghana Premier League is DONE, and the title race is still wide open. 😤⚽
In this episode of Rough Tackle, we break down a chaotic first round where giants Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko continue to blow hot and cold. No dominant force. No clear favourites. Just pressure, questions, and unfinished business heading into the second round.
Are Hearts and Kotoko in trouble?
Why has no team pulled away?
What should fans expect next?
10 Feb 2026
TITLE RACE IGNITES! Hearts of Oak’s Legon Charm & Christmas GPL Fireworks
In Rough Tackle EP12, we break down how the GPL title chase is heating up, why Hearts of Oak’s Legon charm is becoming a real weapon, and the thrilling Christmas GPL action that delivered goals, drama, and surprises.
From festive fixtures to serious title statements, this episode dives into the biggest talking points shaping the season.
🔥 On this episode:
• Who is gaining momentum in the GPL title race
• Hearts of Oak’s growing confidence in Legon
• The best moments from the Christmas GPL matches
• What these results mean heading into the new year
10 Feb 2026
CURSES & COLLAPSE! Hearts' Dormaa Nightmare, Zito Under Fire & Lions’ Den Falls
In Rough Tackle EP11, we break down Hearts of Oak’s continuing Dormaa curse, the growing pressure on coach Karim Zito, and the shocking moment the once-feared Lions’ Den was destroyed.
From tactical failures and confidence issues to fan reactions and uncomfortable questions, this episode pulls no punches as the GPL storyline takes another dramatic turn.
🔥 On this episode:
• Why Dormaa keeps haunting Hearts of Oak
• Is Karim Zito under serious pressure
• How the Lions’ Den lost its fear factor
• What it all means for the rest of the season
10 Feb 2026
CHAOS in the GPL! Hearts of Oak & Kotoko STUNNED as Top Spot Battle Explodes!
The Ghana Premier League just went WILD!
In this explosive episode of Rough Tackle EP10, we break down the shocking moments that stunned Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko, the unexpected twists in the top-spot race, and how the title picture has been completely shaken up.
From dramatic late goals to painful slip-ups, questionable decisions and the rising underdogs changing the standings — we dive deep into EVERYTHING you missed.
Eleven Wonders have done the unthinkable — a shock victory that has shaken the GPL table! 🔥
Meanwhile, Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko face major goalscoring struggles that fans can’t stop talking about. Are these title contenders losing steam or gearing up for a comeback?
In this episode, we break down:
⚽ Eleven Wonders’ surprise win — how did they do it?
💔 Hearts & Kotoko attacking problems — tactical issue or player form?
👀 A full Matchweek 13 preview — potential upsets, key fixtures & players to watch
10 Feb 2026
GPL MW11 Chaos! Race for Top Spot & Asiedu’s 7 Saves Snubbed!
From the heated race for the GPL top spot to Benjamin Asiedu’s unbelievable 7 saves that somehow didn’t earn him Man of the Match, this episode digs into every talking point fans are debating right now.
We analyze:
✔️ The teams rising in the title chase
✔️ Who’s slipping at the wrong time
✔️ Asiedu’s heroic performance and the big MOTM snub
✔️ The biggest shocks, standout players, and tactical battles of MW11
10 Feb 2026
Referee decisions after 10 Matchweeks
This week, we dive into the hottest talking points from the first 10 matchweeks and referee decisions. We analyze how officiating has shaped the GPL season so far.
10 Feb 2026
Super Clash reactions + Asante Kotoko as the only unbeaten team
This week, we break down all the heat from the Super Clash — the drama, the reactions, and what it all means for the title race!
The spotlight is on Asante Kotoko, who remain the only unbeaten team in the Ghana Premier League. How have they done it? What’s driving their form? And what’s next after the Super Clash showdown?
Join our hosts as they unpack:
Fans’ raw reactions to the Super Clash 🎤
Tactical breakdowns and key talking points
Why Asante Kotoko’s consistency is shaking up the GPL
What Hearts of Oak need to bounce back
Don’t miss the passion, debates, and exclusive insights from Ghana’s biggest football rivalry!
10 Feb 2026
Analysing the biggest game in Ghana Football | Super Clash
The Super Clash is here — Hearts of Oak vs Asante Kotoko, Ghana’s fiercest football rivalry! 🔥
In this episode of Rough Tackle, we dive deep into the tactics, team form, key players, and emotional weight behind the biggest fixture in the Ghana Premier League. From fan expectations to title implications, we break down every angle of this blockbuster encounter.
10 Feb 2026
Matchday 7: Benjamin Asare can't save Hearts of Oak forever + Goal king race
In Episode 4 of the Rough Tackle Podcast, we dive deep into the drama surrounding Hearts of Oak — can Benjamin Asare keep bailing them out forever? We also break down the heated Goal King race, the top scorers lighting up the Ghana Premier League, and what it all means for the title chase.
22 Oct 2025
Matchday 6: Unforgettable Goals
Selasi and Dela join Murtala Yakubu discuss Matchday 6 of the Ghana Premier League, described as a week filled with unforgettable goals.
15 Oct 2025
Matchday 5: A Week of Surprises
Murtala Yakubu discusses Matchday 5 of the Ghana Premier League alongside Dela and Augustine.
8 Oct 2025
Recapping Matchday 4
Murtala Yakubu breaks down Matchday 4 of the Ghana Premier League on the debut episode of Rough Tackle, alongside Bill Eshun and Selasi.
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