Asante Kotoko have stepped up preparations for their next game in the Ghana Premier League against Aduana Stars.Under new head coach Abdul Karim Zito, the team intensified its training session on Thursday, April 24, aiming for a win in the upcoming game this weekend.The new coach took his players through various drills and tactics today with a focus on amassing all three points from the game against Aduana Stars on Sunday, April 27.🏃‍♂️Inside Training: Karim Zito’s Third Session with the Squad | Preparing for Aduana on Sunday🔗🎥Full Video: https://t.co/ctVSn35LPA#AKSC #Fabucensus #Kotoko4All pic.twitter.com/4czu8S0zQc— Asante Kotoko SC - 2X CAF CL Winners🥇 (@AsanteKotoko_SC) April 24, 2025At Kotoko, coach Karim Zito brings a wealth of experience, having guided Dreams FC to a historic CAF Confederation Cup semi-final and led Ghana’s U-20 team to the 2021 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations title.Following his appointment, the coach has assured fans that his team will fight in every game to challenge for the league title."Six matches, 18 points can change a lot. So it's not over until it's over. I know we will play against those at the top. So we will fight until the end,” Coach Zito...

Asante Kotoko legend George Kennedy has thrown his full support behind newly appointed interim coach and technical advisor, Karim Zito.Kennedy believes Zito has the potential to guide Kotoko to success this season, including winning the Ghana Premier League title and FA Cup.Kennedy described Zito as a "game changer" capable of turning the team's fortunes around. He cited Zito's success at Dreams FC, where he led the club to the semi-finals of the CAF Confederation Cup, as evidence of his ability to achieve great things with the right support.Despite being six points behind leaders Bibiani Gold Stars with six games remaining, Kennedy remains optimistic about Kotoko's chances."Looking at Coach Zito’s credentials, I believe he can achieve it. There are six matches left, and winning all gives us 18 points. That’s a big difference. It’s not over yet," he said.Kennedy urged the Kotoko players to adopt a fresh mindset under Zito and approach the remaining games with unity and renewed energy."The players must reset, avoid injuries, and understand there’s a new coach now. They need a new attitude and belief to make this mission possible."With Kotoko's next match against Aduana Stars looming, Kennedy's words of...

Asante Kotoko legend George Kennedy has thrown his full support behind the team under new interim coach and technical advisor, Karim Zito.Kennedy believes Zito has the potential to steer Kotoko toward winning the Ghana Premier League title and FA Cup this season.Kennedy described Zito as a "game changer" capable of turning the team's fortunes around. He cited Zito's success at Dreams FC, where he led the club to the semi-finals of the CAF Confederation Cup, as evidence of his ability to achieve great things with the right support.Despite being six points behind leaders Bibiani Gold Stars with six games remaining, Kennedy remains optimistic about Kotoko's chances."Looking at Coach Zito’s credentials, I believe he can achieve it. There are six matches left, and winning all gives us 18 points. That’s a big difference. It’s not over yet," he said.Kennedy urged the Kotoko players to adopt a fresh mindset under Zito and approach the remaining games with unity and renewed energy."The players must reset, avoid injuries, and understand there’s a new coach now. They need a new attitude and belief to make this mission possible."With Kotoko's next match against Aduana Stars looming, Kennedy's words of...

Asante Kotoko interim coach, Abdul Karim Zito, believes the players feel 'so comfortable' and that could be one of the problems of the team. The former Dreams FC coach met the press on Wednesday, barely 24 hours after his appointment as replacement for Dr Prosper Narteh Ogum, who was sacked on Monday, April 23, 2025.Zito has been tasked to lead the club back to the top of the table and possibly win the FA Cup, with the Reds at the semi-final stage of the competition."We met the players, we saw their predicament, so many problems. We went to the club house and I saw that they feel so comfortable. I don't know Hearts of Oak but I know Dreams FC, if sometime human beings feel so comfortable, they forget their target in life," he told reporters."So it is our problem not only on the field of play, and that is why as a coach you need to study psychology," he added.The Porcupine Warriors will hosts Aduana Stars in Zito's first game in charge of the Kumasi-based giants. New Kotoko Technical Director, Abdul Karim Zito says the players feel so comfortable and that could make one...

Kotoko head coach Prosper Narteh Ogum has admitted his team's recent struggles but insists they are still in the race for the league title.The Porcupine Warriors suffered a 2-0 defeat to Nations FC on Sunday, following a crushing loss to Accra Lions.These back-to-back defeats have seen Kotoko drop from first to third, putting their title aspirations in jeopardy.Speaking after the match to Globe TV, Ogum expressed frustration with his side's current form, having gone three matches without a win.However, he remains confident and urged fans to stay supportive.“Back-to-back defeats aren’t ideal, but as the technical team, it’s our job to motivate the players despite external pressure,” Ogum said.“These are the same players who went on a long unbeaten run earlier. We believe we can turn this around.”“The league isn’t over. We still have matches to play, and we’ll keep pushing,” he added.Kotoko, now in fourth place with 47 points, will face Aduana Stars in their next fixture.

Samartex will welcome Karela United to the Nsenkyire Sports Arena on Wednesday afternoon in a crucial Ghana Premier League encounter, with both sides riding on the back of recent wins.The hosts come into the match in fine form after securing back-to-back victories over Legon Cities and Accra Lions. Currently 8th on the table with 38 points, Samartex are pushing to climb further up the standings as the season enters its final stages. Their defence has been solid all season, conceding just 16 goals in 26 games, and they will aim to keep things tight at the back while looking to improve their scoring rate of 0.85 goals per match.Karela, sitting 15th with 28 points, also picked up a morale-boosting win in their last match against Aduana Stars. However, their biggest challenge lies in front of goal, having failed to score in their last seven away matches. Their away form will need a dramatic turnaround if they are to take anything from Samreboi.In head-to-head terms, both teams have two wins each from their last five meetings, with one draw. The last clash in October 2024 ended 1-1. Samartex have scored seven goals in those encounters, while Karela have...

Karela United head coach, Nurudeen Amadu, has stated that his primary objective is to steer the club clear of relegation at the end of the Ghana Premier League season.Speaking after his side’s 1-0 loss to Nations FC last Sunday at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex, Amadu acknowledged the challenges since taking over mid-season but remains confident of a turnaround.“The ultimate goal is to escape relegation at the end of the season. I took over the team along the line, so I will manage the situation and ensure the team survives,” he said.Karela United have recorded just two wins in their last six matches and currently sit 15th on the league table with 25 points from 26 games.Amadu remains optimistic ahead of their next fixture against Aduana Stars on Sunday, April 13, noting that his team is determined to rise to the occasion.

Vision FC head coach, Nana Agyemang, has lauded midfielder Daniel Yemoh for his outstanding performance in their 3-2 victory over defending Ghana Premier League champions FC Samartex on Wednesday.Yemoh was the standout player of the match, scoring twice to inspire his side to a much-needed win.The victory ended Vision FC’s poor run of form, which included two consecutive draws and a 2-0 defeat to Bechem United.His first goal was a moment of brilliance, as he chipped the ball over the goalkeeper from outside the penalty area after excellent build-up play down the right flank.Speaking at the post-match press conference, coach Nana Agyemang expressed his admiration for Yemoh’s skill, particularly his composure in scoring the opening goal.“Yemoh’s first goal, for example, was incredible. That one-touch chip over the goalkeeper is not easy to execute. Most players would take an extra touch before shooting, but he did a fantastic job,” Agyemang stated.Vision FC now sit 13th in the league table and will face Aduana Stars on Sunday, April 6, in their next fixture.

Basake Holy Stars will welcome Bibiani Gold Stars to the Ampain Sports Arena for their outstanding league match on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.The hosts were not in action over the weekend and would be the more energized going into this game.Holy Stars lie 12th on the league standings with 24 points after the premier league debutants failed to win in their last seven league matches.They will be keen to end their winless streak against Gold Stars at their backyard.The Miners will also look to return to winning ways following their 2-0 defeat to Aduana Stars last weekend.Their main objective would be to bank all three points to turn the heat on league-leading Asante Kotoko.Frimpong Manso’s team narrowly beat their hosts at Dun’s Park in the first round but they would have to work extra hard if they want to do the double over Holy Stars.

Nations FC and Aduana FC face off on Wednesday at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex in Abrankese, renewing their battle in the Ghana Premier League.Nations claimed a 2-1 victory in their last meeting in September and head into this fixture with confidence after defeating Medeama SC in their previous outing. However, defensive frailties remain a concern, with the team conceding in each of their last four matches.Aduana FC, on the other hand, are in solid form defensively, having kept three consecutive clean sheets, including a win over Bibiani Gold Stars. Despite their strong backline, their goal-scoring struggles persist, with just 16 goals in 21 league matches - an average of 0.76 per game.In head-to-head meetings since December 2023, Nations have won twice, while Aduana Stars have one victory. Nations have netted four goals in those encounters, with Aduana scoring three.Currently sitting 5th with 35 points, Nations will aim to continue their push for a top-four finish. Aduana Stars, 11th with 25 points, need a win to climb the table. With both teams coming off victories, this promises to be an intense battle.

The Asante Kotoko duo of Kwame Opoku and Frederick Asare have been named in the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League Team of the Week (ToTW) for Week 24.The two players were in action for the Porcupine Warriors over the weekend when the team locked horns with defending champions FC Samartex.In the game played on Saturday, striker Kwame Opoku scored in the second half to save Asante Kotoko from a defeat.Goalkeeper Frederick Asare also captained the side on the matchday, pulling off some impressive saves and lasting the entire duration of the contest.The two players are joined in the Team of the Week by Nations FC defender Razak Simpson, midfielder Hilary Adabo of FC Samartex, and Aduana Stars forward Kelvin Obeng.Dreams FC head coach Abdul Karim Zito has also been named Coach of the Week after guiding his team to secure a vital 1-0 win against Hearts of Oak.Check out the Ghana Premier League Team of the Week in the attachment below.🎖️Fatau Dauda’s #GPLwk24 Team of the Week! 🌟@fataud1 pic.twitter.com/p4fbcQGJYG— 🇬🇭 Ghana Premier League (@GhanaLeague) March 17, 2025

Dreams FC will welcome Basake Holy Stars to the Tuba Astro Turf for premier league business on Sunday, March 9 2025.The hosts are 3 points above the relegation zone as they sit in 15th position on the league standings with 20 points.The Still Believe endured a difficult start to their campaign and were beginning to find their feet just before the break.Karim Zito will aim for a strong restart at their backyard against visiting Aduana Stars.The Fire Boys occupy 13th position on the league standings and are just a point richer than their hosts.Aduana have also had a difficult start this term and would want to put that behind and steer clear danger.Both teams have recorded two wins in last five league matches and will set their sights on claiming on three points.

Medeama SC welcome Bechem United to the Tarkwa T&A Stadium on Sunday for what promises to be a competitive Premier League clash. The game kicks off at 15:00 local time, with both teams looking to strengthen their positions on the league table.Medeama head into the match on the back of a 1-0 victory over Legon Cities, a result that boosted their confidence. Bechem United, on the other hand, are looking to bounce back after a 2-0 defeat to Aduana Stars. Worryingly for the visitors, they have struggled in front of goal in recent away games, failing to score in their last three on the road.The history between these two sides suggests a tight contest. Since January 2023, they have faced off six times, with Medeama winning three, Bechem United securing two victories, and one match ending in a draw. Their last meeting in October saw Bechem United claim a 2-0 win.In the current campaign, Medeama sit 7th on the table with 29 points from 19 matches, recording eight wins, five draws, and six defeats. Bechem United are just ahead in 6th place with 30 points, having won nine, drawn six, and lost four. While both teams have...

Golden Kick SC produced a stunning upset in the Ghana FA Cup Round of 16, eliminating Ghana Premier League giants Hearts of Oak via a 4-3 penalty shootout victory after a goalless draw at the University of Ghana Stadium on Sunday.The lower-tier side held their own against the 11-time FA Cup champions, displaying resilience and tactical discipline throughout the game.Former WAFA SC, Medeama SC, AS Vita Club, Aduana Stars, and Ghana U20 player Zakaria Mumuni was handed a start for Golden Kick.The Phobians dominated possession but struggled to break down Golden Kick’s compact defence.Their woes deepened in the 64th minute when midfielder Theophilous Collison received a red card, leaving the Phobians with ten men for the remainder of the contest.Despite the numerical disadvantage, Hearts had a golden chance to seal the win in the dying moments, but Asamoah Boateng Afriyie squandered a glorious opportunity, opting for a selfish effort instead of squaring the ball to an open teammate for an easy tap-in.With the game still goalless, the match proceeded to penalties.Boateng Afriyie and Samuel Amofa missed their spot-kicks for Hearts, allowing Golden Kick to seal a famous 4-3 shootout victory.The win sends...