Kotoko Secures Thrilling 1 – 0 Victory Over Hearts of Oak in Ghana Super Clash
Kumasi, Ashanti Region – Sunday, December 15, 2024
Kumasi Asante Kotoko secures a thrilling 1-0 victory over Accra Hearts of Oak in the Ghana Super Clash at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
Asante Kotoko edged out their arch-rivals, Accra Hearts of Oak, with a narrow 1-0 win in the Ghana Premier League match played at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium yesterday. The highly anticipated encounter, which drew a massive crowd of almost 85% capacity, lived up to its billing, with both teams displaying exceptional skill and sportsmanship.
Match Summary
The match kicked off at 15:02 GMT, with Kotoko dominating the first half, creating several scoring opportunities. However, Hearts’ defense held strong, denying Kotoko the opening goal. The second half saw Hearts push for an equalizer, but Kotoko’s defense remained resilient.
The winning goal came in the 95th minute, courtesy of Albert Amoah’s sensational strike. Amoah’s goal secured all three points for Kotoko, propelling them to eighth place in the league standings, while Hearts of Oak dropped to ninth.
Post-Match Statistics
Match Attendance: 85% capacity
Match Duration: 90 minutes + 5 minutes additional time
Winning Goal: Albert Amoah (95′)
Man of the Match: Albert Amoah
League Standings: Kotoko (6th), Hearts of Oak (7th)
With this thrilling victory, Kotoko has recorded their third consecutive league win over their bitter rivals. The Ghana Super Clash has once again lived up to its reputation as one of the most intense and captivating derbies in Ghanaian football.
Source: http://www.richportaltv.com