James Francis, head coach of Accra Lions has revealed that his new players have gotten grips of his system and have already adapted quickly.
Mercurial midfielder, Julius Ziggy Ofori expresses delight for joining Kotoko and has described them as a big club every Ghanaian player will wish to play for.
Asante Kotoko's Rocky Dwamena and Steven Mukwala Dese are set to make their return for the upcoming clash against Bibiani Goldstars on Saturday, September 23, 2023.
The duo was unavailable for Asante Kotoko's league opener against Hearts of Lions at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi last weekend due to personal reasons.
Their absence was noticeable in the game against Hearts of Lions, which ended in a goalless draw despite a strong showing from the team in front of a crowd of over six thousand supporters.
However, Rocky Dwamena and Steven Mukwala Dese have been actively participating in Asante Kotoko's training sessions throughout the week, and they will be ready to travel to Bibiani this weekend.
The return of these two players provides a significant boost to the Asante Kotoko squad and offers more options for coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum ahead of the Bibiani Goldstars fixture at the challenging Dun’s Park in Bibiani.
Asante Kotoko is determined to secure a victory against Bibiani Goldstars at the Dun’s Park to make up for the draw against Hearts of Lions last weekend.
Meanwhile, defensive midfielder Justice Blay will remain sidelined due to an injury he sustained during the team's pre-season campaign.
Former Ghanaian international, Emmanuel Agyemang Badu, has appealed to Asante Kotoko fans to recognize and appreciate the club's ongoing rebuilding process.
Wilson Arthur, Chairman of The MTN FA Cup Committee and the financier of Skyy FC, has called upon the government to cover the salaries of professional players in various Ghanaian leagues.
Bibiani Gold Stars midfielder, Appiah McCarthy, holds a strong belief that his team can secure their first home victory against Ghanaian giants, Asante Kotoko, this upcoming weekend.
