After matchday 17 of the Access Bank Division One League, Tamale City remain the only unbeaten side across all zones. They currently lead Zone One A with 37 points, while Real Tamale United are second with 32 points, leaving a five-point gap between the top two. They sit top with 41 points, enjoying a comfortable 12-point lead over second-placed K.AC Academy, who have 29 points. Ebusua Dwarfs have climbed to the summit of Zone Two for the first time this season following a 2–0 home victory over FC AshantiGold 04 on matchday 17. They now lead with 35 points, just one point ahead of FC AshantiGold 04, who are second with 34 points.