Asante Kotoko head coach, Prosper Narteh Ogum has admitted that a lack of rhythm and difficulty breaking down a compact Bechem United was the cause of their 1-1 stalemate.
Speaking after the match, Ogum praised the competitive nature of the game but acknowledged the tactical approach of Bechem United, who set up defensively and looked to hit on the counter.
“It was a nice game. I think Bechem came defensively to stay low and then go on counter. They tried to put a lot of men behind the ball which made it very difficult for us to penetrate,” Ogum explained. “We tried a few times and we were able to unlock it, but we couldn’t score. It was a good game.”
Bechem United’s resolute defending frustrated the Porcupine Warriors for large spells of the match, and although Kotoko found the back of the net once, it wasn’t enough to secure all three points.
Ogum admitted that his team was not at its fluid best, attributing the result to a lack of cohesion in play.
“Bechem United is a very good side, but I think we didn’t find our rhythm, we didn’t find our flow and I think that is the main reason,” he said.
Kotoko, despite the draw, still lead the table but they are tied on 47 points alongside Bibiani Gold Stars.
