Karela United gave us a good match – Hearts of Oak coach Ouattara

Hearts of Oak head coach Aboubakar Ouattara has eulogized Karela Uniteds performance despite their defeat in the matchday 11 of the Ghana Premier League.The Phobians, celebrating their 113th anniversary, extended their winning streak to three matches under the rejuvenated leadership of coach Aboubakar Ouattara.Hamza Issah scored the decisive goal just three minutes into the game, showcasing clinical finishing to latch onto a pass and fire Hearts of Oak into an early lead. The teams solid defensive performance ensured they held on for the narrow win.Speaking after the game, Ouattara heaped praise on Karela United, saying they gave his outfit a good match.It was a tough match. Karela United gave us many problems but the important thing is we won. Lets congratulate Karela because they gave us a good game. They got some chances but could not utilize them he said after the game.The win sees Hearts leapfrog their archrivals Asante Kotoko, who are now four places below them on the league table. Hearts sit just four points behind the league leaders and are firmly in the hunt for the top spot.Hearts of Oak will look to continue their fine form when they take on Nsoatreman in Week 12.