Author: Clinton Eleto

Kotoko coach CK Akonnor responds to criticism on his style of play CK Akonnor has responded to criticism that his preferred “Agroball”  philosophy is not manifesting so far at Asante Kotoko. Asante Kotoko have been struggling to grind out results against top teams and this has attracted criticism from the local media who believes the club has no style of play. CK Akonnor has responded to this criticism, he claims that the players he built his philosophy around are out injured. “I wouldn’t want to kill some of my players but the players around whom I designed “Agroball” like Senanu…

NC Special Cup Round 32 draw: Kotoko to play RTU, Hearts to host Uncle T Asante Kotoko will host RTU in the Normalization Committee’s Special Cup, Hearts of Oak will play Uncle T while Ashantigold will welcome Young Apostles. The draw was held on Sunday in Accra will some players and coaches present. The winner of this competition will be representing Ghana in the next CAF Confederation Cup competition. All matches will be played on 29th May 2019. Here is the full draw: Ashgold vs Young Apostles New Edubiase vs Asokwa Deportivo Medeama vs Bibiani Gold stars FC Samartex vs…

Special Competition: Diawisie Taylor’s goal sends Karela United to the semis Karela United will join Hearts of Oak in the Semifinals of the Special Competition after sealing an important win against Ebusua Dwarfs in their last group game. Diawisie Taylor’s penalty kick was the difference in Ayinase as Karela United seal their semifinal spot. Elmina Sharks beat Inter Allies at home to bow out of the Special Competition in style. Benjamin Tweneboah’s effort was the difference at Elmina. Liberty Professionals secured a 2-0 win against WAFA Academy in Dansoman, they, unfortunately, didn’t qualify for the semis because of the result…

Asante Kotoko beat Asec Mimosas to lift MTN Otumfuo Cup Asante Kotoko were dominant against Asec Mimosas of Ivory Coast as they registered a 1-0 victory to lift the MTN Otumfuo Cup at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi. Stephen Nyarko scored the only goal in the 39th minute after connecting with Kwame Boahene ‘s cross to put his side in front. Traore Adama of Asec Mimosas won the man of the match award. The match was part of the commemoration of the 20th Anniversary celebration of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II who ascended the throne 20 years ago.

I worked hard for Black Stars call-up – Abdul Fatawu Asante Kotoko forward Abdul Fatawu revealed that he is happy with the national team call-up and added that he worked hard for the opportunity. Abdul Fatawu has been incredible for Asante Kotoko in the past months, he is currently the highest goalscorer in the Normalization Committee’s Special Competition with eight goals to his name. Kwesi Appiah Included Abdul Fatawu in his provisional squad for the 2019 AFCON, the forward was asked how he felt when he heard the news: “I was very happy, in fact, I was very emotional. I…

Medeama SC part ways with striker Kwame Boateng Medeama SC announced on Friday that the club have parted ways with striker Kwame Boateng and wished him well in well in his future plans. Kwame Boateng joined Medeama in January 2018 on a free transfer. The club statement reads: Boateng joined the Mauve and Yellows as a free agent in January 2018. “The former Asante Kotoko striker was an integral member of the squad as the side finished top of the truncated 2018/19 Ghana Premier League. “During his time at the club, he showed tremendous professionalism and impressive work ethics. “We…

Special Competition: Asante Kotoko to face Hearts of Oak in the semis Asante Kotoko will play Accra Hearts of Oak in the semifinals of the Special Competition after losing top spot to Ashantigold in group A. Ashantigold thrashed Eleven Wonders 3-0 on Friday morning, a win that means they finish as group leaders in group A. They will face the team that finishes in second place in group B. Asante Kotoko will face group B leaders Hearts of Oak in the semifinals after settling for second place.

Breaking: Kwesi Appiah names Andre Ayew as new Black Stars Captain Black Stars coach, Kwasi Appiah has named André Ayew as the permanent captain of the team. This follows a meeting with the top brass of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) Normalization Committee (NC) after which approval and full backing was granted to the plans of the coach. Ayew replaces Asamoah Gyan, as captain of the Black Stars. Gyan, who has captained the Black Stars for a record seven years has been elevated to the position of “General Captain”. Subsequently, Kwadwo Asamoah has been named the deputy captain. President of…

We need to improve – Kotoko coach CK Akonnor Asante Kotoko sealed their qualification spot after grabbing an important point against Aduana Stars on Thursday, Coach CK Akonnor believes his boys must do more if they want to get something out of the competition. “We need to improve. In the first half, we weren’t too good, we were not aggressive, we were not compact and we allowed the opponent to at a point in time have the ball for, I don’t know how many minutes but I didn’t like that,’ he said after the game. “Second half we got better…

Special Competition: Asante Kotoko qualify for semis despite draw against Aduana Asante Kotoko have secured their spot in the top two positions after snatching a point from their encounter against Aduana Stars. Abdurahman Fatawu scored to cancel Emmanuel Gyamfi’s opener as both teams settled a for a draw. The porcupines will know their final position in the Zone A table tomorrow when Ashantigold continue their postponed game against Eleven Wonders. Medeama SC beat Berekum Chelsea 2-0, and are now sitting below Kotoko because of goal difference will wait till tomorrow to know their fate.