Super Clash: Asante Kotoko vs. Hearts of Oak – Sunday Showdown in Kumasi

The stage is set for the 115th Super Clash between Ghana Premier League giants Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday. Both teams, separated by a single point on the league table, are eager to assert dominance in this historic rivalry.

Form Guide

• Asante Kotoko:

The Porcupine Warriors have struggled recently, with just one win and four losses in their last five games. Currently in 7th place with 18 points, Kotoko have won 5 matches, drawn 3, and lost 4 this season, scoring 10 goals and conceding 9.

• Home Struggles: Kotoko have lost their last two home games without scoring (1-0 to Heart of Lions and 2-0 to Nations FC).

• Hearts of Oak:

The Phobians are in 6th place with 19 points, having won 5, drawn 4, and lost 3. They’ve scored 9 goals and conceded 6 this season.

• Away Resilience: Hearts are unbeaten in their last 5 away games, with 3 wins and 2 draws, keeping 3 consecutive clean sheets.

Coaches’ Record

• Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum (Kotoko):

Ogum has an unbeaten record against Hearts, with 3 wins and 1 draw. In his previous seasons, he oversaw Kotoko’s dominance over their rivals, including back-to-back victories in the 2023/24 season.

• Overall Record: 38 wins, 20 draws, and 22 losses in 80 league games as Kotoko’s head coach.

• Aboubakar Ouattara (Hearts):

Ouattara, who took over in the 2023/24 second round, has managed 29 games, with 9 wins, 7 draws, and 10 losses.

Head-to-Head Stats

• Historical Record:

• Wins: Kotoko 38, Hearts 38, Draws 38.

• Goals: Kotoko 132, Hearts 121.

• Recent Encounters:

In the last 8 meetings, Kotoko have 3 wins, Hearts 2 wins, and 3 draws. Kotoko have scored 7 goals compared to Hearts’ 5.

• Home Advantage?

In Kotoko’s last 11 home games against Hearts, the Porcupines have won 3, drawn 6, and lost 2. Hearts’ last away victory in this fixture was in 2015.

Key Players to Watch

• Asante Kotoko:

• Albert Amoah: 6 goals in 11 matches, the second-highest scorer in the league.

• Mohamed Camara: Reliable in goal, kept a clean sheet in their last match.

• Supporting Cast: Justice Blay, Andrews Ntim Manu, Lord Amoah, and Samba Oniel.

• Hearts of Oak:

• Hamza Issah: 3 goals in 12 matches, the team’s top scorer.

• Benjamin Asare: 7 clean sheets in 12 games, including 2 consecutive against Kotoko.

• Supporting Cast: Salim Adams, Kelvin Osei Asibey, Samuel Amofa, and Mawuli Wayo.

Broadcast Details

The match will be aired live on AFA Sports, Metro TV, Original TV, and the GFA App, promising fans across the country the chance to witness this thrilling encounter.

Will Kotoko overcome their recent struggles, or will Hearts extend their unbeaten away run? The Super Clash never disappoints.