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Debibi United Beat Tamale City to Seal GPL Promotion

From Ghanaian Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Debibi United secured promotion to the Ghana Premier League for the first time by defeating Tamale City 3-1 in a playoff final.
  • Striker Kwadwo Antwi was the hero, scoring a sensational hat-trick to overturn a first-half deficit.
  • Debibi United will join Port City and FC AshantiGold 04 in the top flight for the 2026/27 season after years in the lower divisions.

A historic moment has unfolded for Debibi United as they clinched promotion to the prestigious Ghana Premier League for the very first time. The team etched their name in the annals of Ghanaian football history by overcoming Tamale City with a dramatic 3-1 victory in the Access Bank Division One League playoff final, held at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Tamale City initially took the lead, seemingly poised to reclaim their spot in the top flight. However, Debibi United staged a remarkable second-half comeback, spearheaded by the exceptional talent of striker Kwadwo Antwi. Antwi delivered a performance for the ages, netting a spectacular hat-trick that not only turned the tide of the match but also secured the club's long-awaited ascent to the Premier League.

This triumph marks the culmination of a determined campaign for the Zone One B champions. After years of competing in the lower tiers, Debibi United is now set to grace Ghana's premier football competition. They will join Port City and FC AshantiGold 04 as the newly promoted teams for the 2026/27 season, promising an exciting new chapter for the club and its passionate supporters.

The victory is a testament to the team's resilience and fighting spirit. For a club that has aspired to reach this level for so long, achieving promotion is more than just a sporting success; it represents the realization of a dream and a significant milestone in their journey. The Ghanaian football landscape eagerly anticipates Debibi United's debut in the top division.

Debibi United produced a stunning second-half turnaround, powered by striker Kwadwo Antwi. The forward delivered a match-winning performance, netting a sensational hat-trick to complete a 3-1 comeback victory.

— Ghanaian TimesDescribing the pivotal moments of the playoff final match.
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Originally published by Ghanaian Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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