Accra Lions defeated Karela United 2-1 at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday to register their first win of the season.

Two quick first half goals from Samuel Gyimah and Daniel Awuni handed the Capital club a vital win despite a consolation from Enock Agblenyo.

The host were rewarded for their good start as Samuel Gyimah met a teasing cross from Baba Apiiga to give them the lead.

Daniel Awuni doubled Lions lead four minutes later, the attacker curled home a beauty to make it 2-0.

Karela returned from the break looking more determined as they look to their deficit.

Substitute Enock Agblenyo pulled one back on the hour mark after moment of control from the visitors.

The host came close to restoring their two goal lead but Shawkan’s effort went wide.

Lions defended their lead until the blast of the final whistle…