Francis Akwafo, a former Asante Kotoko winger, believes that the injury to Salifu Ibrahim significantly affected Hearts of Oak during the Super Clash last Sunday.
Following their 3-2 defeat to Asante Kotoko, Hearts of Oak has lodged a complaint with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) against referee Reginald Collins Amoah, citing misconduct.
Hearts of Oaks' quest to lure back their former defender Raddy Ovouka back won't materialize after the player has left the door closed, insisting he has no intentions of returning to the club.
Hearts of Oak board member, Dr. Nyaho Tamakloe has admitted things hasn't been too good with the club but has assured the supporters of an improved performance very soon.
Former Ghanaian international, Samuel Inkoom has tipped his former club Asante Kotoko to win the Ghana Premier League this season should they continue with their recent stellar form.
The Porcupine Warriors are currently on an impressive four-game winning streak and made it even better over the weekend after coming from behind to beat their eternal rivals Hearts of Oak 2-3 in match-day 14 over the weekend.
The 'Kum Apem' lads despite the impressive run haven't climbed up into the top four and are currently on the 7th position with 22 points, and are four points behind leaders Aduana Stars.
In his recent interview, the ex- Black Stars star has urged the current Kotoko squad to continue stay consistent with their current form and he strongly believes they will win the league should they continue like this.
"I think they are on course, they played a good game against Hearts of Oak and I hope they will continue like that," Inkoom said. "I think everything was perfect, they were tactically disciplined on the pitch, they took their chances and at the end of the day they have won."
"I will urge them to continue this way. Playing Hearts of Oak is a different atmosphere, different environment and you can see everybody is happy when they won. I believe they can win the trophy if they stay focus."
Samuel Inkoom was part of Asante Kotoko league winning squad in the 2007/08 season.
Aduana Stars coach Yaw Acheampong is aiming to implore a new twinkling moment with his team and rack-up good results in their subsequent games of the Ghana Premier League.
Asante Kotoko striker Steven Mukwala expressed the exhilarating feeling of scoring a brace against arch-rivals Hearts of Oak.
Deputy coach of Asante Kotoko, David Ocloo, believes their consistency aided them in beating Hearts of Oak.
Asante Kotoko's Technical Director, Kwasi Appiah, has conveyed his desire for the team to clinch the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League title.
Hearts of Oak number 2, Abdul Rahim Bashiru has attributed their defeat to Asante Kotoko over the weekend to lack of concentration and focus especially after going in front.
Asante Kotoko assistant coach, David Ocloo has expressed elation with how consistent his players have stayed with their style and feels they now understand it so well reason they are getting results.
In an impressive display, Legon Cities secured a 3-1 win over Real Tamale United at the WAFA Park in Sogakope during match week 14 of the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League.
