By OkayGoal 
FC Samartex 1996 will head into Sunday’s Ghana Premier League clash against Berekum Chelsea brimming with confidence after a morale-boosting 2-1 victory over Asante Kotoko SC in their previous outing.
The result not only reaffirmed Samartex’s quality against top opposition but also ended a frustrating eight-game winless run across all competitions.
With momentum now on their side, the Timber Giants will view the Matchday 29 encounter as a crucial opportunity to push into the top four.
Despite the recent win, Samartex will be keen to improve their home form at Samreboi, where they have struggled in recent weeks.
They are winless in their last three home matches, recording two draws before suffering a setback against Bechem United.
Turning their home ground back into a fortress could prove decisive in their late push up the table.
Chelsea, on the other hand, arrive with renewed belief after an impressive derby victory over Aduana FC. That result significantly boosted their survival hopes, lifting them just two points clear of the relegation zone.
However, the Bibires face a daunting task on the road. They are yet to register a single away win in all competitions this season, a statistic that continues to undermine their campaign.
With contrasting ambitions at stake – Samartex chasing a top-four finish and Chelsea battling relegation – Sunday’s fixture promises to be a fiercely contested encounter.