Nsoatreman FC will host league leaders Asante Kotoko at the Nana Kronmansah Park on Sunday in a crucial Ghana Premier League matchday 19 encounter.
Match Preview
The home side is coming off a narrow 1-0 defeat to Young Apostles in the Bono derby and will be desperate to bounce back against the in-form Porcupine Warriors. Currently sitting 14th on the table with 18 points, Nsoatreman have struggled for consistency, winning just one of their last five matches while suffering three defeats. However, their home form remains solid, as they are unbeaten in their last five consecutive home fixtures.
On the other hand, Asante Kotoko has been in dominant form under Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum, leading the table with 34 points. The Porcupine Warriors have won four and drawn one of their last five matches, scoring a joint league-high 21 goals while conceding 12. They are also the third-best away team in the league and will aim to secure their fourth away victory of the season.
Historically, Nsoatreman FC has been a tough opponent for Kotoko at home, having played them twice since their promotion to the top flight in 2022. They held Kotoko to a goalless draw in the 2022/23 season before securing a 1-0 victory in the 2023/24 campaign.
Team News & Probable Lineups
Nsoatreman FC: Afadzwu (GK); Issaka, Sekyere, Shaibu, Acquaah; Iddrisu, Amoo, Neymar, Meider; Diyou, Rahman Mohammed
Asante Kotoko: Camara (GK); Ablorh, Samba, Blay, Asiedu, L. Amoah, Manu, Acquah, K. Opoku, I. Eduku, Saaka
Kickoff Time
The match is scheduled to kick off at 15:00 GMT (3:00 PM).
Prediction
Despite Nsoatreman’s solid home record, Kotoko’s form and firepower make them favorites for this fixture. The Porcupine Warriors are expected to edge out a win.
Prediction: Nsoatreman 1-2 Asante Kotoko
