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0 Great Olympics will compete in the Ghana Division One League next season after failing to retain their status in the Ghana Premier League.
On Sunday, Great Olympics briefly enjoyed a moment of relief when Real Tamale United (RTU), already relegated, did not show up for their final match against the Accra-based side.
This default resulted in a forfeit, awarding maximum points to Great Olympics and temporarily lifting them above the relegation zone.
Great Olympics have been relegated to the Division One League despite getting a forfeiture their way today.
They’ve been relegated for the first time since 2017 and the sixth time in two decades.#3SportsGH pic.twitter.com/n2PVOeGVwE
— #3Sports (@3SportsGh) June 16, 2024
However, the celebrations were short-lived as other results did not go in their favour. Heart of Lions secured a crucial 2-2 draw, ensuring their survival, while Karela United shocked Medeama with a narrow victory, propelling them to 12th place on the table.
Great Olympics, despite accumulating 44 points, were ultimately demoted alongside RTU and Boafoakwa Tano. Hearts of Oak narrowly escaped relegation with a tight win over Bechem United.
Hearts of Oak escape relegation with dramatic win on final day
Great Olympics had previously secured promotion to the Ghana Premier League in 2016 and managed to stay in the top flight for eight years. Their fortunes were bolstered four years ago by the league’s expansion from 16 to 18 clubs, which allowed them to remain despite initially facing demotion.
Great Olympics react to Hearts of Oak’s 3-2 away win over Bechem United.
Olympics have been relegated to the Division One League#3SportsGH pic.twitter.com/6WolPmwy1X
— #3Sports (@3SportsGh) June 16, 2024
The club now face the challenge of regrouping and fighting their way back to the top tier, as they return to the lower division after an eight-year stint in the premier league.
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