Prince Owusu, the interim head coach of Kumasi Asante Kotoko, expressed great satisfaction after achieving his first victory in charge, highlighting the importance of his players’ adherence to tactical instructions during their match against Young Apostles. This win marked a crucial recovery for the team after a recent setback.
Kotoko Recovers from Previous Defeat with Convincing Away Victory
Following a loss to Hearts of Oak in last week’s Super Clash, Kotoko responded strongly by securing a 2-0 win on the road in Wenchi. This result lifted the Porcupine Warriors from fifth to fourth place in the Ghana Premier League standings, positioning them seven points behind the league leaders, Medeama SC.
Coach Highlights Team’s Mental Strength and Trust
Owusu credited the success to the players’ mental resilience and their commitment to executing the game plan despite the pressure stemming from recent performances.
It means a lot. This is my first win; definitely make people recognise what I can do,
Owusu said.
There was pressure after the Hearts loss; the players felt it, so we tried to talk to them to forget about the pressure and then concentrate on the formation that we wanted to play.
– Prince Owusu, Interim Head Coach
Having assumed the coaching role following Abdul Karim Zito’s resignation, Owusu emphasized how crucial player trust and communication were in securing the positive outcome.
They listened to us, and it worked perfectly today for us.
– Prince Owusu, Interim Head Coach
Victory Marks a Positive Turning Point for Kotoko
This win serves as an important morale booster for Kumasi Asante Kotoko as they look to regain momentum under Owusu’s leadership. It also offers a promising indication of the team’s potential progress in the Ghana Premier League as they prepare for upcoming challenges.
