Hearts of Oak, one of Ghana’s most historic football clubs, is currently facing a period of decline that has left fans and former players like Bernard Dong Bortey deeply concerned. Bortey, a legend of the club, recently spoke out about the team’s lackluster performance in the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season, highlighting the stark difference between the current state of the club and its glory days.
In an interview with Original TV, Bortey lamented the loss of relevance and success that once defined Hearts of Oak. He reminisced about a time when the club was dominant, winning trophies and competing fiercely in African football. However, he expressed disappointment in the current team, citing poor leadership, lack of direction, and a lack of ambition within the club’s management as key factors contributing to their downfall.
Bortey emphasized the need for a revival of the club’s core values, discipline, and footballing strategy in order to recapture the success that made them champions in the past. His comments have reignited discussions among fans and football enthusiasts, who share his concerns about the club’s current state.
As the league season nears its end, supporters are calling for significant changes to be made in order to restore Hearts of Oak to its former glory. In a recent incident reported by Pulse Ghana, a group of angry fans stormed the club’s commercial office in Accra, demanding the resignation of Managing Director Delali Anku-Adiamah. The fans accused Anku-Adiamah of failing to deliver on his promises to improve the club and allowing other officials to take over key decision-making roles.
The protesters carried placards with strong messages expressing their frustration over the club’s current state and lack of progress. The situation at Hearts of Oak has reached a boiling point, with fans demanding immediate action to address the issues plaguing the team. As discussions continue and tensions rise, it remains to be seen what steps will be taken to revive the club and bring back the glory days that once defined Hearts of Oak.
