The 2025 edition of the President’s Cup, is slated Sunday, July 6.

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The tournament would see one of Ghana’s iconic local football club, Asante Kotoko face off its fierce rival side and Hearts of Oak.

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The announcement was made at a press conference held by the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) on Thursday, June 12 at No.7 Osu Link, South East Ridge, Accra, Ghana.

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This year’s edition of the annual fixture will be held in honor of President John Dramani Mahama, who is currently serving his second term in office.

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Over the years, Asante Kotoko have been the reigning champions over the last years, with eight titles, despite falling short in the 2024 edition against Ivorian giants ASEC Mimosas.

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Hearts of Oak, on the other hand won six President’s Cup wins and are expected to head into the encounter with confidence, having defeated their arch-rivals in their last two meetings in the competition.

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As a gesture to boost local support and fan participation, entry to the match will be free for all spectators.

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The President’s Cup in Ghana began in 1969. Initially, it was played to honor the sitting president, with each edition named after the leader at the time. For example, the 1969 edition was called the Busia Cup, while the 1973 edition was the Acheampong Cup.

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After a long hiatus from 1985 to 2002, the competition was rebranded in 2003 as the President’s Cup, officially organized by the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) and the National Sports Authority. The first rebranded edition featured Hearts of Oak vs. Great Olympics, with Hearts winning 2–0.

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Since then, the tournament has become an annual fixture, typically played in July to mark Ghana’s Republic Day celebrations. The competition has seen dominant performances from Asante Kotoko, who hold the record with eight titles, while Hearts of Oak follow closely with six titles.

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