Defending Champions Kumasi Asante Kotoko were handed a shocking knockout from the 2018 StarTimes Gala by hosts Elmina Sharks after suffering a loan goal defeat.
The Porcupine Warriors were expected to defend their title after winning it for the last time in 2005 but parading a side dominated by their U17 and U20 players made the battle a bit easier for the Sharks.
Another giant, Accra Hearts of Oak were shown the exit by their city rivals Great Olympics in what could be described the Mantse Derby.
The game which ended in a 0-0 stalemate saw the Dade Boys winning 6-5 on penalties to secure quarter final qualification.
Medeama SC demonstrated total dominance by recording the highest score line of the competition by beating Berekum Chelsea a 3-0 humiliating defeat.
Bechem United and Dreams FC followed Medeama feat by beating Nea Salamina and Samatex 2-0 respectively to make it to the quarters.
Below are the full results after the first phase of the competition:
Below are the quarter final pairings:
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