Ghana FA Cup: Ibrahim Tanko anticipates tough Attram de Visser test

Ghana Premier League leaders Medeama will be up against a stubborn side, Attram de Visser in their MTN FA Cup quarter finals on Sunday.

The Yellow and Mauve will face the Division One League side at the Cape Coast Stadium on Sunday as coach Ibrahim Tanko targets a spot in the semifinals.

🎙️Head Coach Ibrahim Tanko and Kelvin Obeng preview our MTN FA Cup Quarter-Finals encounter with Attram De Visser pic.twitter.com/aYFMse0aC2

— Medeama SC (@MedeamaSC) March 12, 2026

The two-time winners survived a scare from fellow premier league side FC Samartex to win 4-2 on penalties after a goalless draw in 90 minutes.

Medeama lead Ghana Premier League table

Coach IbrahimTanko has transformed the Tarkwa based club into a strong force and he believes the game will be a difficult one, warning his players to stay focused.

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⚽Attram De Visser vs Medeama SC
🏟Cape Coast Stadium
📆Sunday, March 15
⌚7PM pic.twitter.com/Btd0QXWmMS

— Medeama SC (@MedeamaSC) March 10, 2026

“No, I think like any other game and Attram de Visser is a very good team and Attram is my friend. We work together with the U23 and I don’t think we have to take the game lightly because like I said we want to go to the next round so definitely we are approaching the game with all seriousness,” he told Medi TV.

Medeama currently lead the Ghana Premier League table with 46 points, one above defending champions GoldStars from 25 games played this campaign.

Ghana Premier League leaders Medeama SC will face a difficult challenge when they take on Division One League side Attram De Visser in the quarterfinals of the MTN FA Cup on Sunday.

The Yellow and Mauve will meet the lower-division side at the Cape Coast Stadium as head coach Ibrahim Tanko looks to guide Medeama SC into the semifinals of the prestigious domestic cup competition.

Although Medeama are currently enjoying strong form in the Ghana Premier League, Ibrahim Tanko has warned his players not to underestimate their opponents. Attram De Visser have shown resilience throughout the competition and will be eager to cause an upset against the top-flight leaders.

Medeama SC reached the quarterfinal stage after surviving a tense encounter against fellow Ghana Premier League side FC Samartex. The match ended in a goalless draw after 90 minutes, forcing the tie into a penalty shootout.

In the end, Medeama SC held their nerve to secure a 4-2 victory on penalties, allowing Ibrahim Tanko and his team to progress to the last eight of the competition.

The upcoming clash against Attram De Visser presents another major test for Medeama. Despite being a Division One League team, Attram De Visser have proven to be a competitive side capable of challenging stronger opponents.

Speaking ahead of the match, Ibrahim Tanko acknowledged the quality of the opposition and emphasized the importance of maintaining full concentration throughout the game.

According to Ibrahim Tanko, cup competitions often produce surprising results, and Medeama must approach the fixture with seriousness and determination if they hope to secure a place in the semifinals.

The Medeama head coach also highlighted his familiarity with the Attram De Visser setup. Ibrahim Tanko revealed that he shares a strong professional relationship with the opposing coach, as both have previously worked together with Ghana’s U23 national team.

Because of this connection, Ibrahim Tanko is well aware of the strengths that Attram De Visser can bring into the match.

“No, I think like any other game and Attram De Visser is a very good team and Attram is my friend. We worked together with the U23 and I don’t think we have to take the game lightly because like I said we want to go to the next round so definitely we are approaching the game with all seriousness,” Ibrahim Tanko said in an interview with Medi TV.

Under the leadership of Ibrahim Tanko, Medeama SC have developed into one of the most competitive teams in Ghanaian football this season. The club currently sits at the top of the Ghana Premier League table with 46 points.

After 25 matches played this campaign, Medeama lead defending champions GoldStars by a single point, highlighting how closely contested the league title race has become.

The impressive performances of Medeama SC this season have largely been credited to the tactical organization and leadership brought by Ibrahim Tanko since taking charge of the club.

With both the league title and the FA Cup still within reach, Ibrahim Tanko will be hoping that his squad can maintain their consistency during the final stages of the season.

A victory against Attram De Visser would move Medeama SC one step closer to lifting the MTN FA Cup trophy and strengthen their chances of achieving a domestic double this season.

However, Ibrahim Tanko knows that his players must remain disciplined and focused to overcome a determined Attram De Visser side that will be motivated to make history.

As the match approaches, fans will be eager to see whether Ibrahim Tanko can guide Medeama SC past the quarterfinal hurdle and continue their impressive run in the competition.