Karela United are one of the 18 clubs in the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League, and this profile pulls the checked facts for Ghanaian football fans into one page. The club is based in Nalerigu, and it competes in the 18-team Ghana Premier League. As of 26 September 2026, Karela United sit 12th in the table with 3 points from 3 matches.
Every number below comes from API-Football data or from the Ghana Football Association at ghanafa.org. Where a fact could not be confirmed, we left it out on purpose. You can also follow the wider picture on our Ghana Premier League table and fixtures pages.
What do we know about Karela United?
Karela United compete in the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League, a season that API-Football lists as running from 5 September 2026 to 29 May 2027.
The club is based in Nalerigu, and it competes in the 18-team Ghana Premier League. API-Football gives 2013 as the year of foundation. However, a bare fact list only tells part of the story. Because a full league season is long, the more useful picture comes from recent results, so the sections below track the last three campaigns and the opening rounds of this one.
Where do Karela United play their home matches?
API-Football lists Naa Sheriga Sports Complex as the home ground of Karela United. With a listed capacity of 1,000, it is one of the smaller grounds in the division, ranking 13th of 16 venues with a capacity figure in API-Football.
So far this season, Karela United have played one league match at home and two away. In addition, the ground matters for visiting supporters, because capacity affects ticket demand on big match days. Please check the club or the GFA for the latest venue notices before you travel, since fixtures can move.
How have Karela United performed in recent seasons?
Over the last three completed seasons, Karela United finished 12th in 2023/24, 13th in 2024/25 and 9th in 2025/26.
Then came 2023/24, when the club ended 12th on 46 points after 12 wins, 10 draws and 12 losses in 34 games. They scored 36 and conceded 42, a goal difference of -6, which left them in the lower half of the table. For 2024/25, the final table shows Karela United in 13th place with 41 points, built on 11 wins and 8 draws from 34 outings. They scored 28 and conceded 26, a goal difference of +2, which left them in the lower half of the table.
In 2025/26, Karela United finished 9th with 49 points from 34 matches, a record of 13 wins, 10 draws and 11 defeats. They scored 32 and conceded 33, a goal difference of -1, which left them in the top half of the table. Overall, that was a step forward: Karela United climbed 4 places between 2024/25 and 2025/26, and the points total moved by +8.
How have Karela United started the 2026/27 season?
Karela United have played three league matches in 2026/27, with 1 win, 0 draws and 2 defeats.
On 6 September (matchday 1), Karela United lost 1-3 against Samartex FC away. Then on 13 September (matchday 2), Karela United won 3-1 against Bechem United at home. After that, on 20 September (matchday 3), Karela United lost 1-2 against Aduana FC away.
In total, that adds up to 5 goals scored and 6 conceded. Because the defence has been leaky, the coaching staff will want to tighten up before the run of autumn fixtures. Still, a few games make a small sample, so treat these numbers as a snapshot rather than a verdict.
Where do Karela United stand in the Ghana Premier League table?
As of 26 September 2026, Karela United are 12th of 18 with 3 points and a goal difference of -1.
That leaves them 4 points behind the current leaders, Hearts of Oak. Their last 3 results, oldest first, read a defeat, a win, a defeat. Table positions shift every weekend this early, because many clubs sit within two or three points of each other. For the live order, open our Ghana Premier League table or follow matches on live scores.
What are the next fixtures for Karela United?
The next scheduled league match for Karela United is Saturday 26 September 2026: home to Hearts of Oak, matchday 4.
After that, the schedule lists Thursday 1 October 2026: away at Asante Kotoko, matchday 5; then Sunday 11 October 2026: home to Dreams FC, matchday 6. Dates and times can change, so use our Ghana Premier League fixtures page for the confirmed calendar, with kick-offs in GMT.
How can fans keep up with Karela United?
The quickest way is to combine our live pages with the official Ghana Football Association channels. First, bookmark this profile, because we refresh the standing and results as the season moves on. Next, check live scores on match days, and browse the Ghana Premier League clubs hub to compare Karela United with the other 17 sides. Finally, strong league form also helps players catch the eye of the Ghana national football team.
Frequently asked questions about Karela United
Where do Karela United play their home games?
API-Football lists Naa Sheriga Sports Complex as the home ground of Karela United, with a capacity of 1,000.
When were Karela United founded?
API-Football gives 2013 as the founding year of Karela United.
How did Karela United finish in 2025/26?
Karela United finished 9th with 49 points in 2025/26.
Where are Karela United in the table now?
As of 26 September 2026, Karela United are 12th with 3 points from 3 matches.
