Asante Kotoko Sporting Club will be back in action on Sunday against Legon Cities at the Kumasi Baba Yara Stadium as they aim to extend the lead on the table.
The league resumes following a one-month unexpected break due to the passing of Asante Kotoko fan, Francis Yaw Frimpong, who was laid to rest on Thursday in Kumasi.
This will be the second meeting between the Porcupine Wariors and the Royals this season, with Legon Cities winning 2-1 in their previous clash on October 30, 2024. In their last six meetings since April 2022, both teams have won twice, with two matches ending in draws. Asante Kotoko have netted nine goals in these encounters, while Legon Cities have scored eight, highlighting their closely contested battles.
Asante Kotoko head into this game looking to bounce back from a 1-0 defeat against Nsoatreman on February 2. The Porcupine Warriors have had a solid campaign, winning ten of their 19 league matches, drawing four, and losing five. They have scored 21 goals, averaging 1.11 per match, while conceding 13 (0.68 per game).
Legon Cities, on the other hand, come into this fixture after a 1-0 loss to Medeama SC. Their struggles this season are evident, with just five wins from 19 matches, two draws, and 12 defeats. The Royals have struggled defensively, conceding 26 goals (1.37 per match) and scoring only 14 (0.74 per game). Their backline has been particularly vulnerable, conceding in each of their last ten away matches.
Asante Kotoko will aim to use home advantage at Baba Yara Stadium and emotional motivation to secure all three points. Their solid defence and better goal-scoring record make them favourites against a struggling Legon Cities side. However, Legon Cities will look to take inspiration from their last victory over Kotoko and improve their defensive stability to cause an upset.
However, the Reds will go into the game without the services of three key players Michael Kyei Dwamena, Mohammed Camara and Justice Blay through suspension.
BELOW IS KOTOKO’S AVAILABLE SQUAD FOR THE GAME:
Frederick Asare
Patrick Asiedu
Samba Oneil
Joseph Ablorh
Lord Amoah
Andrews Ntim Manu
Dauda Saaka
Isaac Mintah
Peter Amidu Acquah
Kwame Poku
Michael Kyei Dwamena
Benjamin Twum
Samuel Tenadu
Benjamin Twum
Daniel Adjetey
Henry Ansu
Avoka Kwasi Vitus
Michael Sefah
Solomon Kwaku Sah
Sampson Eduku
