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Techiman-based Ghana Premier League outfit Eleven Wonders has parted ways with head coach Nii Odartey Lamptey, who tendered his resignation following a winless opening to the 2025/2026 campaign. The former Ghana international, known for his glittering playing career with clubs like Anderlecht and Aston Villa, had taken the reins at Wonders ahead of the season but could not steer the side away from early relegation trouble. Lamptey's departure comes after just seven league matches, during which Eleven Wonders amassed a paltry two points from a possible 21. The team sits rock-bottom of the 18-team table, with zero victories, two draws, and five defeats. They have scored a meager four goals while conceding 12, highlighting defensive frailties and a blunt attack that has left fans and pundits frustrated. The run began with a drab 0-0 draw away at Basake Holy Stars on September 14, setting an ominous tone. A week later, on September 20, Wonders suffered a humiliating 1-4 home thrashing by Heart of Lions, collapsing after conceding early. They then fell 1-0 away to Hearts of Oak on September 26, outplayed at the Accra Sports Stadium. On October 5, promoted side Young Apostles inflicted a shock 0-1 home defeat. Another narrow away loss followed on October 12, 2-1 at FC Samartex, despite a late consolation. A goalless home stalemate against Karela United on October 20 offered a point but little excitement. The final straw came on October 26 with a heartbreaking 3-2 away defeat to Nations FC, where defensive lapses proved costly despite netting twice. Overall record: 0W – 2D – 5L | GF: 4 | GA: 12 | GD: -8 | Points: 2 Club sources indicate that Lamptey's resignation was mutual, citing "irreconcilable differences in vision" and the need for a fresh impetus to avoid the drop. Eleven Wonders, who narrowly escaped relegation last season, now face an uphill battle. The club has appointed assistant coach Frimpong Manso as interim boss while a search for a permanent replacement begins. Key upcoming fixtures include clashes against mid-table sides like Bechem United and Aduana Stars, where a turnaround is desperately needed. This early crisis underscores the brutal competitiveness of the Ghana Premier League, where promoted teams and underdogs like Wonders must punch above their weight to survive.
