Premier League side Ashanti Gold recorded a 2-1 win over Bibiani Gold Stars in the battle of the miners in a grilling encounter at Bibiani.

Goals from Joseph Gordon and Daniel Gorzar helped the Aboakese Boys to secure a victory despite a consolation from Prince Ofosu.

Joseph Gordon put the Miners ahead in the 30th minutes after receiving a pass from Shafiu Mumuni to send a low shot to beat Goal keeper Domfeh.

Ashanti Gold maintained the lead till the end of the first half.

Gold Stars levelled the scores in the 61st minutes from the spot.

Prince Fosu stepped up and send Robert Dabuo the wrong way.

Ashanti Gold restored their lead in the 76th minute through substitute Daniel Gozar who came on for Godfred Asiamah.

Gozar outpaced his marker and sent a low ball straight into the net to make it 2-1.

The home side huffed and puffed but couldn’t get the equalizer as the referee whistled for the end of the game.