On Sunday, Asante Kotoko will be making the trip to Abrankese to face Nations FC at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex in a much-anticipated clash, marking the highlight of Matchday six in the betPawa Premier League.
Nations FC's performance so far in the league has seen them secure one win, suffer two losses, and play to a draw, with their lone victory coming against FC Samartex at home. The newcomers currently occupy the 14th position in the Premier League table, amassing four points, and are seeking to regain their winning form after two winless matches.
They will face an Asante Kotoko side that appears to have found their winning rhythm under the guidance of Dr. Prosper Narteh-Ogum. The Porcupines have notched two consecutive wins, rebounding from a sluggish start to the season. In their last five matches, they've managed two wins, two draws, and one loss, placing them in the 5th position with 8 points after five matchdays.
Asante Kotoko has faced newly promoted sides on the road seven times since the 2021/22 season, securing three wins, experiencing one defeat, and settling for three draws. During these encounters, they have scored 9 goals and conceded 6.
Nations FC, led by Coach Kasim Mingle Ocansey, has displayed moderate performance at home, with one win and one draw in matches against FC Samartex and Legon Cities, respectively.
Notable names expected to start in the lineup for Nations FC include Emmanuel Agyemang, Barimah Baah, Razak Simpson, Kwame Boakye, Emmanuel Boahene, Victor Oduro, Prince Acquah, and Amidou Diarra.
Kalo Ouattara, who has overcome early-season struggles, has emerged as a key contributor for Asante Kotoko, scoring two goals in their last two matches. His late goal secured a win against Accra Lions, and his towering header earned a 1-0 victory over Aduana FC in Kumasi.
Dr. Prosper Narteh-Ogum will rely on the likes of Augustine Agyapong, Yussif Nurudeen Mohammed, Sherif Mohammed, Richmond Lamptey, and Enock Morrison as they aim for a third consecutive victory.
The highly anticipated match will be broadcast live on StarTimes Adepa channel 247 at 3 pm on Sunday, October 22, 2023.
