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15 Apr

We Will End Our Winless Run Against FC Samartex – Asante Kotoko Assures

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Assistant coach of Asante Kotoko, David Ocloo, has expressed confidence that the team will bounce back to winning form as they gear up to take on FC Samartex 1996 this weekend. The team’s struggles were exacerbated by a 2-0 loss against Dreams FC on Sunday during the Matchday 26 fixture at the Theatre of Dreams in Dawu. Sylvester Simba and Derrick Agyei secured the goals for the home team in that match. This defeat marks a challenging period for the Porcupine Warriors, who have managed only one victory in their last nine games of the ongoing 2023/24 Ghana Premier League…

04 Apr

2023/24 GHPL MD24 Preview: Bechem United Clash With Kotoko As Medeama Heads To Samartex

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The Matchday 24 games of the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League promise excitement as teams gear up for action-packed clashes this weekend. Starting on Friday, Nations FC will face off against Great Olympics at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex in Abrankese, with kickoff set for 15:00GMT. On Saturday, Bechem United will take on Asante Kotoko at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park, while Accra Lions will play against Bofoakwa Tano at the Accra Sports Stadium, both matches kicking off at 15:00GMT. Sunday’s lineup includes Hearts of Oak hosting Bibiani Gold Stars at the Accra Sports Stadium, Nsoatreman FC facing Berekum Chelsea…

25 Mar

Samartex Secures 2-1 Victory Over Hearts Of Oak

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Evans Osei Wusu netted twice during matchday 23 of the Ghana Premier League, helping Samartex FC further solidify their position at the top of the standings. The former Ghana youth international found the back of the net twice against Hearts of Oak at the Nsenkyire Sports Complex, putting an end to the latter's unbeaten streak. Osei Wusu opened the scoring in the 25th minute after Francis Gyetuah won the ball from Liventius Arthur in the penalty area and delivered a cross that he headed past Richard Attah. In the 77th minute, Hamza Issah scored a close-range rebound to level the…

25 Mar

Kotoko Charged By GFA For Misconduct During Match Against Nations FC

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Asante Kotoko, a Ghanaian football club, is facing charges from the Ghana Football Association Regulatory Actions due to misconduct during their match against Nations FC on matchday 23 over the weekend. This comes as the team suffered their fourth consecutive defeat in Ghana's top flight, losing 1-0 to Nations FC at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday. The winning goal was scored late in the first half by Asamoah Afriyie, securing all three points for the Premier League newcomers. The defeat, however, is not the only setback for Kotoko, as their fans' actions have prompted the GFA's charge. The club…

23 Feb

GHPL MD18 Preview: Kotoko Travels To Heart Of Lions As Hearts Of Oak Hosts RTU

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The 2023/24 Ghana Premier League is set to resume this weekend at various stadiums, promising an array of exciting fixtures following a two-month break. On Saturday, the Hohoe Sports Stadium will witness a showdown as bottom-placed Heart of Lions hosts Asante Kotoko, with kick-off slated for 15:00 GMT. Sunday’s action unfolds at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park, where Bechem United will play against Nsoatreman FC. Meanwhile, Karela United is gearing up to take on Legon Cities at the Aliu Mahama Stadium, while Bofoakwa Tano prepares to clash with Great Olympics at the Sunyani Coronation Park. At DUN’s Park, Bibiani Gold…

25 Oct

I Always Tell My Players They Need To Be More Aggressive – Asante Kotoko Coach Prosper Ogum

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Asante Kotoko head coach, Prosper Narteh Ogum, has revealed that he always tell his players that they need to be more aggressive on the pitch. Ogum said aggressiveness, confidence and committment are the trademark of the record Ghana champions. He said this after their 2-2 draw against Nations FC and in the lead up to their home game against Bechem United in round seven of the Ghana Premier League. The Ghana Premier League winning coach also stated that there is a team spirit that needs to be protected because it was created years back. “We always encourage them that they need…

17 Aug

OFFICIAL: Kotoko Terminate Contracts Of Mohammed Alhassan, Three Other Players

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Ghana Premier League giants, Asante Kotoko have continued the process to ship out players this week. In an official statement on Wednesday, August 16, the Porcupine Warriors club announced that Mohammed Alhassan who was signed just last year has left the club. His contract has been terminated by mutual consent as the Reds continue to prepare for the 2023/24 football season. Mohammed Alhassan, formerly of Hearts of Oak is just one of four players whose contracts have been terminated by Asante Kotoko this week. The others include Charles Owusu, Samuel Boateng, and Dickson Afoakwa. “The Club will like to confirm…

18 Jul

I’m Dragging Kotoko To FIFA Over My Unpaid Salary Arrears – Seydou Zerbo

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Burkinabé coach Seydou Zerbo has revealed his intentions to take legal action against Asante Kotoko by reporting them to the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA). The coach's decision comes in response to the Porcupine Warriors' alleged refusal to settle his three-month salary arrears after his departure from the team. Zerbo was appointed as the head coach of Asante Kotoko following the departure of Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum. He was relieved of his duties after a poor run of form. In his first interview since leaving the club, Zerbo expressed his disappointment at the situation, stating that the club had…

13 Jul

Kotoko, Hearts And Others To Share Over $500k For Players’ Involvement In 2022 World Cup

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Five Ghanaian clubs, namely Hearts of Oak, Asante Kotoko, King Faisal, Dreams FC, and Steadfast FC, are set to share over $500,000 for their players’ participation in the 2022 World Cup held in Qatar. These clubs were represented by goalkeeper Ibrahim Danlad (Asante Kotoko and King Faisal), Daniel Afriyie Barnieh (Hearts of Oak), and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku (Dreams FC and Steadfast FC). Although Danlad and Issahaku were officially registered with Asante Kotoko and Sporting respectively during the World Cup, King Faisal, Dreams, and Steadfast FC will also benefit as the players had stints with these clubs during the qualification period.…

16 May

They’ve Disappointed Their Fans – Dan Quaye Slams Hearts, Kotoko

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Former Ghana international Dan Quaye has expressed his disappointment in the performances of the country's top clubs, Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko following their unimpressive displays adding that it has left both the nation and their passionate supporters completely devastated. In the ongoing season, both Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko have encountered significant struggles in various competitions. With just four matches remaining, they currently find themselves in fifth and sixth place respectively on the Ghana Premier League table. Due to that, Quaye believes that there has been a substantial drop in standards at both clubs compared to his…