Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak are set to receive $50,000 each as appearance fees for the upcoming Cocoa Cup.
According to organizers, the winner of the high-profile encounter set to walk away with a massive $1 million preparation bonus ahead of the main tournament in Brazil.
The much-anticipated clash between Ghana’s two most successful clubs is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi, promising an electrifying atmosphere as the fierce rivals go head-to-head.
Speaking on Akoma 87.9 FM, Daniel Nana Osei Ampratwum, the Tournament Project Manager for the Cocoa Cup, confirmed the financial package for the clubs and highlighted the importance of the match as part of preparations for the international tournament in Brazil.
The Cocoa Cup is expected to attract significant attention from football fans across the country, with the lucrative prize money adding extra motivation for both Kotoko and Hearts as they battle for supremacy.

