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2021/22 Ghana Premier League: Week 3: Match Preview – Bibiani Gold Stars vs Asante Kotoko
Asante Kotoko travel to Bibiani hoping to beat Gold Stars and maintain their 100 percent start to the Ghana Premier League.
Only Asante Kotoko and King Faisal are yet to drop points in the league after two games.
The Porcupine Warriors have collected six points, scored five goals and conceded. They commenced with a 3-1 win over Dreams FC, scoring all their goals after the 85th minute mark.
Another late drama ensued last Sunday with Kototo scoring two goals to beat Bechem United in Kumasi.
So far, it has been very good for Dr Prosper Ogum’s men, but they should know that the season is still too early and must stay focused.
They will be without captain Ismail Ganiu who is on national duty with the Black Stars.
Gold Stars are also unbeaten with four points from six in their first season in the top-flight. They are the only newly-promoted who haven’t tasted defeat.
They opened their account with a 1-0 win over former champions Berekum Chelsea and snatched a late draw in Tarkwa against favourites Medeama.
However, their unbeaten start is under threat as they face 23-time champions. Gold Stars will require a memorable performance to cause a massive upset.
Gold Stars can draw inspiration from their fans who are sure to flood the stadium. They also have a manager who knows Kotoko very well. Michael Osei performed well as a Kotoko player and once coached them.
The kick-off is at 3 pm and will be televised. -ghanasoccernet.com
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and all the clubs participating in this weekend’s competitions will pay special tribute in honour of the memory of the late Dominic Frimpong of Berekum Chelsea FC (on loan from Aduana FC).
The GFA has in a statement announced that all the players and team officials of the 6 clubs playing this weekend competitions will wear black armbands on their jerseys as a mark of respect during their respective matches.
In addition, a minute of silence will be observed before the commencement of each game in his honour. This tribute will take place during the MTN FA Cup semi-final matches as well as the Women’s Premier League final scheduled for this weekend.
“The GFA counts on the full cooperation of all clubs and the fans in respectfully observing these arrangements as we collectively pay tribute to Dominic Frimpong,” the statement added.
The FA expressed appreciation to all stakeholders for their understanding and support in these times.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Daniel Laryea will handle the MTN FA Cup semifinal clash between Aduana FC and Nations FC at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Roland Addy will serve as Assistant I, with Seth Abletor as Assistant II, while Adaari Abdul Lattif works as 4th Referee.
The match is scheduled for a 3:00pm kick-off at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
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