Ghana Football
Kotoko denied maximum points as Aduana ended the Olympics’ undefeated streak
On Sunday at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex, Asante Kotoko were denied all three points in the final embers of a crucial regional derby against Nations FC.
The Porcupines, who had come from behind to win 2-1, were surprised in injury time by a controversial penalty that sparked aggressive behaviour among the stadium’s spectators.
Following a scoreless first half, Asante Kotoko defender, Henry Ansu scored an own goal five minutes into the second half to give the home team the lead.
However, Kotoko’s tenacity paid off when Mukwala scored on a rebound after Rabin Ousmane made many excellent saves.
The Porcupine Warriors seized the lead after Michael Kyei Dwamena capped off a good move with Richmond Lamtey finding the former WAFA star in the box.
Just when it appeared like Prosper Narteh Ogum’s side had clinched all three points, the hosts were handed a penalty, which infuriated spectators, who responded by hurling things on the pitch, delaying the kick.
The play continued when officials intervened, and Amidou Diarra converted wonderfully to square the score, ensuring Nations FC grabbed a critical point with a 2-2 draw.
SCENES AT THE DR. KWAME KYEI SPORTS COMPLEX. KOTOKO FANS DESTROYING THE SEATS AND THROWING OBJECTS ON THE PITCH. MATCHES FINISHES NATIONS FC 2-2 KOTOKO.
WHAT A GAME!! PIC.TWITTER.COM/CYPBP7PGNV
— AYIM DERRICK (@DERRICK_AYIM10) OCTOBER 22, 2023
In other matches, Aduana Stars defeated Great Olympics 3-1 at the Nana Agyemang Badu I Park, ending Great Olympics’ undefeated streak in the present season.
Augustine Okrah and Cephas Mantey scored to give coach Bismark Kobi Mensah and Bechem United a 2-0 victory against Berekum Chelsea.
Dreams FC won 2-1 at home against reigning champions Medeama, dropping the Tarkwa-based club to the bottom of the standings with two spectacular matches.
Karela also held Bofoakwa Tano scoreless, and Nsoatreman defeated Legon Cities 2-0.
Asante Kotoko is facing a GHC 80,000 fine from the Ghana Football Association’s Disciplinary Committee for their disruptive behaviour during a match against Nations FC.
The disciplinary punishment is the result of actions that occurred during their matchday 6 match at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex.
Dissatisfied with a penalty call by the referee in the last stages of the game, a group of irate supporters resorted to violent behaviour. In protest, chairs were allegedly smashed, and items were hurled into the pitch. Despite the fact that the game ended in a 2-2 tie, supporters proceeded to vent their rage by destroying artefacts at the stadium.
The inquiry by the Disciplinary Committee revealed a ‘breach of Article 16(c) and Article 16(2)(f) of the GFA Disciplinary Code 2019.’ As a result, Asante Kotoko has been fined heavily, and the money will be given to Nations FC to compensate for the damages caused by the alleged Kotoko fans.
Meanwhile, Kotoko returned to winning ways on Sunday, defeating Medeama SC at the Baba Yara Stadium due to Sherif Mohammed’s penalty kick in the 60th minute.
Ghana Football
Hearts of Oak to play home games in Kumasi following the closure of Accra Sports Stadium
According to Onua Sports, Hearts of Oak have opted to transfer their home games to the Baba Yara Sports Stadium following the shutdown of the Accra Sports Stadium due to scheduled Christmas celebrations.
The highly anticipated Ghana Premier League match between Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko, which was originally scheduled for Accra on December 8, will now be played in Kumasi, with Hearts of Oak designated as the home team.
The temporary location change was caused by the Accra Sports Stadium, which was overseen by event organisers for the Christmas festivities. Alhaji Brimah Moro Akambi, a Hearts of Oak Board Member, confirmed the decision, indicating that the Phobians will play their home games at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium for the rest of the year. However, beginning in 2023, the club is open to evaluating alternative locations.
Hearts of Oak are currently 14th in the league rankings with 12 points. Following the resignation of coach Martinus Koopman, assistant Abdul Rahim Bashiru has been named to handle the squad until a permanent replacement is found.
On Tuesday, they meet the Accra Lions, looking to get back on track after three straight draws.
Maxwell Konadu, the head coach of Nsoatreman FC, has been released from the hospital following an attack by Bofoakwa Tano fans.
The incident occurred on Sunday, following Nsoatreman FC’s 1-1 tie with Bofoakwa Tano in Week 11 of the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League season.
Konadu was rendered unconscious during the assault and was taken to Sunyani Teaching Hospital.
According to a club release, the former Black Stars assistant coach has been fired.
“Our coach Maxwell Konadu has been discharged from the hospital. We thank everyone who said a prayer for our coach during these difficult moments. Efiri Tete Amanaso,” a statement from Nsoatreman FC said on Monday evening.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has announced the arrest of one individual engaged in Maxwell Konadu’s attack and beating.
The police are also on the lookout for another suspect who is presently on the run.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has banned the Sunyani Coronation Park, which serves as Bofoakwa Tano’s home stadium.
Meanwhile, in the matchday 12 games this weekend at Nana Kronmansah Park, Nsoatreman FC will host Heart of Lions.
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