Kotoko denied maximum points as Aduana ended the Olympics’ undefeated streak

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.

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.