We’re not invincible — Medeama Coach

Despite Medeama SC’s commanding position at the top of the Ghana Premier League table, head coach Ibrahim Tanko insists his side is far from invincible and can be beaten on any given day.

The Tarkwa-based club went on a 10-game unbeaten run in the league before their streak was halted last weekend by Nations FC, who handed them a 2-1 defeat at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex on Sunday.

The loss, Medeama’s second of the season, did little to dent their title charge as they remain top of the table with 43 points, maintaining a seven-point lead over second-placed Bibiani Gold Stars.

“I always say we’re not invincible. We have our strengths and our weaknesses, so we are going to prepare very well and face the rest of the games,” Tanko said.

The former Black Stars assistant coach also guided Medeama to the quarter-finals of the MTN FA Cup last Saturday, following a dramatic 4-2 victory over FC Samartex 1996 on penalties after regulation time ended goalless.

Tanko revealed that injuries had threatened his campaign in recent weeks but expressed relief over the return of key players, including Manuel Mantey and Emma, who have both resumed training.

“Both are training very well. Mantey is back and Emma has also returned,” he said. “Emma came back about two weeks ago, but we didn’t want to rush him. He played in a friendly match yesterday and did very well, so I think he is fully back.”