Relegation-threatened Basake Holy Stars will be desperate for a turnaround when they host Asante Kotoko on Wednesday in their outstanding Matchweek 3 clash at the AAK II Arena.
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Basake currently sit 17th in the Ghana Premier League standings after ten matches, collecting just six points from one win, three draws, and six defeats—the joint second-most losses in the league. Their struggles have been apparent both offensively and defensively, scoring only seven goals (the joint-lowest) and conceding 16 (the second-highest). Despite this, their home form offers some hope, with a win, two draws, and only one loss in four matches at Aiyinase, keeping two clean sheets. A victory against the unbeaten Porcupine Warriors would be a major boost in their bid to climb out of the relegation zone.
Asante Kotoko, meanwhile, arrive at the AAK II Arena in excellent form. The Reds remain the only unbeaten side in the league, stretching their streak to ten matches following a hard-fought draw with FC Samartex. Kotoko have scored 11 goals and conceded just four—the joint-lowest in the league. Their away form has been particularly impressive, with two wins, three draws, two goals scored, and no goals conceded on the road.
Head coach Abdul Karim Zito will look to maintain Kotoko’s flawless defensive record while navigating a Holy Stars side they drew with on their only previous league trip.
Predicted Lineups:
Basake Holy Stars (4-4-2):
Patrick Appiah (GK); Issah Yakubu (C), Prince Amponsah, Kingsford Baffoe, Abdul Dagbatey Basit; Jacob Boazee, Sadat Zumah Ibrahim, Prince Tweneboah, Gideon Kofi Quaison; Prince Gamor, Clement Gyapong
Asante Kotoko (4-3-3):
Mohammed Camara (GK); Ndongani Samba Gilbani (C), Lord Amoah, Henry Ansu, Patrick Asiedu; Hubert Gyau, Seth Kwadwo, Lord Hilary Adabo; Kwame Opoku, Peter Amidu Acquah, Morifing Donzo
Prediction:
Kotoko’s unbeaten momentum and strong away record make them favorites, but Basake Holy Stars’ home resilience could make this a competitive clash. Expect a tight encounter with Kotoko edging it narrowly.
