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By Simon Asare, GNA

Accra, June 1, GNA – Nations FC made history over the weekend, defeating Dreams FC 5-4 on penalties to clinch the 2025/26 MTN FA Cup after a 1-1 draw at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.

The tightly contested final saw both sides locked at 1-1 after regulation time and extra time, forcing the outcome to be decided via a penalty shootout, where Nations FC converted all five kicks to secure the title.

Joseph Effah gave Nations FC the lead in the 31st minute with a composed finish, putting his side ahead in an entertaining first half.

Dreams FC responded just before the break, as Abdul Razak Salifu calmly slotted home the equaliser to send the teams into halftime level.

The second half and extra time produced several chances for both teams, but neither side could find the decisive goal as the deadlock persisted through 120 minutes.

In the shootout, Nations FC held their nerve, converting all five of their penalties to emerge victorious and lift the trophy.

The triumph marks a historic achievement for Nations FC, who became the first club in 34 years to win the FA Cup after suffering relegation from the Ghana Premier League.

Their success mirrors that of Voradep in 1992, when they defeated Neoplan Stars 3-2 on penalties following a 2-2 draw.

Nations FC’s victory also crowns a remarkable FA Cup campaign and secures their qualification to represent Ghana in the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup despite their relegation from the topflight.

The win is regarded as one of the most memorable moments in the recent history of the MTN FA Cup.