Asante Kotoko Communications Director, Sarfo Duku, has attributed the Porcupine Warriors’ recent struggles to a lack of fan support, insisting that dwindling attendance and enthusiasm at home games has contributed significantly to the club’s poor form.
Speaking on Kessben FM/TV, Duku did not mince words, placing part of the responsibility for Kotoko’s decline squarely on supporters.
“It is the supporters that are to be blamed for the downfall of Kotoko. Teams like All Blacks, Basake, Holy Stars will walk over us in our away games due to the vibrancy of their supporters. Aduana organized fans from Dormaa to come all the way to Kumasi to defeat us because our fans no longer patronize our games. Away clubs always come to Baba Yara and play like they are the home team because they have vibrant supporters behind them. Years ago, it was the fans that made Kotoko what it was but same cannot be said today,” he said.
Duku’s remarks highlight a concern that has been echoed by observers: the lack of home support at the Baba Yara Stadium has allowed visiting teams to perform with confidence and energy, undermining Kotoko’s traditional home advantage.
The Porcupine Warriors, once renowned for the intimidating atmosphere created by their supporters, have recently struggled to replicate that aura, with attendance at league and cup matches noticeably lower than in previous seasons.
Duku’s comments come amid a challenging period for Kotoko, following disappointing results in domestic competitions and the resignation of head coach Karim Zito. With the Super Clash against Hearts of Oak looming, the call for supporters to return to the stands and restore the club’s famed home-ground advantage is louder than ever.
“The fans made Kotoko great, and their absence is being felt on the pitch. We hope they return and help the team get back to winning ways,” Duku added.
As Kotoko seeks to rebuild its fortunes, the role of supporters — both in terms of presence and passion — appears central to reviving the club’s historical dominance in Ghanaian football.
