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Accra Panthers Finish Group Stage with Convincing Win Over Titans

Published: Monday, 5th October, 2026

Accra Panthers closed out their Men's 13s Championship group-stage campaign with a commanding 30–4 victory over Titans at the University of Ghana Rugby Stadium on Sunday, finishing the regular season on 21 points and securing their place in the championship playoff.

Panthers made a fast start and took control of the contest early. Adam Ibrahim Adam opened the scoring in the 14th minute before Shadrach Aidoo crossed in the 28th minute to extend the Panthers' advantage. Jesus Jerry Lartey added a successful conversion as Panthers established a 10–0 lead.

Panthers went into the break holding a 10–0 advantage.

Panthers continued to dominate after the restart, with Aidoo adding his second try of the match in the 35th minute. Adam Ibrahim Adam then crossed again in the 42nd minute as Panthers continued to convert their pressure into points.

Aidoo completed his hat-trick in the 47th minute, underlining his influence on the Panthers attack. Lartey added another successful conversion as the lead continued to grow.

Titans eventually found a response in the 57th minute when Papa Sakyi Baidoo scored their only try of the match. Panthers responded almost immediately, with Stanley Dzagah crossing in the 58th minute to restore their momentum.

The final whistle confirmed a comprehensive 30–4 victory for Panthers.

Shadrach Aidoo was the standout performer, finishing with three tries, while Adam Ibrahim Adam scored twice. Jesus Jerry Lartey also contributed with successful conversions as Panthers produced an effective attacking display to end the group stage.

The victory takes Panthers to 21 points and confirms their place in the playoff. They will face Dragons on Sunday, 18 October 2026, at the University of Ghana Rugby Stadium, with the winner earning a place in the Championship Final against Bulls, who have already secured their place in the title decider.

For Titans, the result brings their group-stage campaign to a close, while Panthers now turn their attention to the crucial playoff encounter with Dragons.

Final Score: Titans 4–30 Accra Panthers.

Half-Time: Titans 0–10 Accra Panthers.

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