Asante Kotoko trio Justice Blay, Enock Morrison, and Steven Mukwala have been named in Laryea Kingston's Team of the Week for Matchday 31 of the Ghana Premier League after a stellar performance against rivals Accra Hearts of Oak on Sunday.
Nsoatreman FC head coach Maxwell Konadu has explained his team's defeat to Karela United on Saturday during match week 31 of the Ghana Premier League.
Reflecting on the match, the former Asante Kotoko coach acknowledged that his team missed crucial opportunities, leading to their loss. "Karela had their chances. We fought back, but I think we miscalculated some distance and some spaces," Konadu noted.
He highlighted specific tactical errors that contributed to their downfall. "We were not able to close that half space, and that is what caused the second goal. And then we fought back after that, but you know, we brought some young guys," he said.
Konadu also pointed out the role inexperience played in their performance. "Inexperience was playing a role in our game, so the chance we had, we should have buried it, and that would have been 2-2," he added.
Despite the loss, Konadu found some positives in the overall play. "Generally speaking, the game was a good game. I think Karela, they fought very well to win the game," he commented.
In the match, Welbeck Takyi scored first for Karela United, with Nsoatreman FC equalizing through Collins Kudjoe. However, Karela's captain Mohammed Fatawu netted the winning goal three minutes after the hour mark, sealing the victory for his team.
Asante Kotoko legend Opoku Nti is confident Hearts of Oak will survive the drop at the end of the Ghana Premier League campaign.
The Ghanaian giants has been in dismal form this season and are now staring at relegation with three games to end the campaign. At the moment, the Phobians are only two points ahead of the drop zone.
Their poor form was compounded by a 2-0 defeat against arch-rivals Asante Kotoko, leaving Hearts of Oak in a precarious position.
The Phobians must win their remaining games against Nations FC, city rivals Great Olympics, and Bechem United to stay up.
Whiles Charles Taylor is clamoring for Hearts of Oak’s demotion, Opoku Nti has predicted Kotoko’s fierce rival will stay up in the Ghanaian top-flight at the end of the season.
“Kotoko hasn’t pushed Hearts of Oak into the relegation zone. This season, Kotoko have triumphed over Hearts in both legs which has given Kotoko the upper hand but I don’t think Hearts will be relegated” he told Kessben FM monitored by Footballghana.com.
Hearts of Oak are 15th on the league standings with 38 points after 31 matches into the campaign. They will welcome Nations FC to the Accra Sports Stadium in matchday 32 of the league season.
Asante Kotoko's Ghana Premier League match-week 32 fixture against Great Olympics has been moved to the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex in Abrankese, the club confirmed in a statement posted on their various socials.
With two players separated by only one goal, the race for the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League Golden Boot is one of the most hotly-contested in recent seasons.
Hearts of Oak coach, Aboubakar Ouattara has stated that his team has no excuse than to fight and bag all maximum points from their remaining Ghana Premier League matches.
Steven Mukwala Desse has been in fantastic form for Asante Kotoko, scoring five goals in their last four league games.
His impressive run began with a goal against Medeama SC. He continued to shine by scoring another goal in the match against Legon Cities.
Mukwala's skill was on display again when he found the net in the game against Berekum Chelsea. He saved his best for the clash with Hearts of Oak, scoring twice to help his team secure a crucial win.
Mukwala’s recent performances have been vital for Asante Kotoko, and his goal-scoring prowess is making a significant impact as the season progresses.
Hearts of Oak legend, Charles Taylor has wished doom for his former club following their disappointing performance this season and said he wants to see the club relegated from the Ghanaian topflight.
Asante Kotoko forward Steven Desse Mukwala expressed his elation after spearheading his team's victory over rivals Hearts of Oak in matchday 31 of the Ghana Premier League on Sunday afternoon.
Head coach of Asante Kotoko, Prosper Narteh Ogum, has praised the fans for their incredible support following a crucial victory over fierce rivals Hearts of Oak in matchday 31 of the Ghana Premier League.
Asante Kotoko head coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum has disclosed the tactical approach that led to his team's victory against Hearts of Oak on matchday 31 of the Ghana Premier League on Sunday.
Aboubakar Ouattara, head coach of Hearts of Oak, openly acknowledges the mounting pressure on the team to secure victories and avoid relegation.
