Asante Kotoko heads into their outstanding Ghana Premier League clash against Legon Cities on Wednesday with a point to prove, as they aim to bounce back from a recent setback.
Match Preview
After three consecutive wins, Kotoko’s momentum slowed over the weekend when they settled for a 1-1 draw against Basake Holy Stars.
This result saw them miss the chance to edge closer to Bibiani Goldstars, the league leaders, and now, trailing by three points, Kotoko is focused on narrowing that gap with a strong showing at the University of Ghana Stadium.
Kotoko’s Motivation to Reclaim Form
Currently sitting in second place, Kotoko’s early-season form has been a promising mix of assertive play and team cohesion. With their eyes set on reclaiming the top spot, the Porcupine Warriors know a victory over Legon Cities is essential to keep pressure on the title race.
Legon Cities’ Struggles and Motivation
In contrast, Legon Cities are yet to secure a victory this season, struggling with consecutive losses to Berekum Chelsea, Nsoatreman, and Karela. A hard-fought 0-0 draw against Dreams FC last week marked an improvement defensively, but overall, they’ve conceded in eight of their nine games—a troubling statistic Coach Paa Kwesi Fabin aims to address. Despite urging fans to remain patient, Fabin knows that a turnaround against Kotoko could potentially lift morale and spark a comeback for Legon Cities this season.
Head-to-Head Advantage for Kotoko
The Porcupine Warriors have a favorable track record against Legon Cities, claiming victory in three of their last six encounters since December 2021, with their most recent matchup in May 2024 ending in a 2-0 win for Kotoko. Kotoko’s solid performance in these head-to-head battles is reflected in their ten goals compared to Legon Cities' seven, showcasing a clear edge in recent encounters.
Probable XI
Legon Cities: Aziz (GK), Suraje, Twum, Rauf, Quartey, Akoto, Ganiwu, Dosu, Alidu Mohammed, Adoma, Adu-Gyamfi
Asante Kotoko: Asare (GK), Ablorh, Samba, Blay, Asiedu, L. Amoah, Manu, Antwi, Baffour, A. Amoah
Prediction
Given Kotoko’s current form and historical advantage, they are favorites to take all three points. Legon Cities, however, will be motivated to end their winless run and could pose a challenge if they find stability in defense. Kotoko’s edge in form and consistency might ultimately carry them through, but it promises to be a competitive fixture.
Kick-off: 3:00 PM.
