Hearts aim to worsen Kotoko’s plight

Psychologically, Kumasi Asante Kotoko may not be in a perfect mood to play their archrivals Accra Hearts of Oak in the Ghana Premier League.

But, unfortunately, the Phobians would be their guests tomorrow at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in a tough Matchday 22 clash.

Kotoko has endured some torrid moments lately, the latest of which the Head Coach Karim Zito was sacked.

That followed a string of poor results culminating in the wide gap between them and league leaders Medeama and a defeat to Aduana FC to exit the FA Cup championship.

They must, however, find a way to psyche themselves up for their biggest game in local football as Hearts come to town with high hopes of avenging recent defeat suffered in the hands of the Porcupine Warriors.

Interestingly, both sides have not been at their best this season; all struggling to keep pace with the likes of Medeama, Goldstars and others.

Although the Baba Yara Stadium is Kotoko’s fortress, Hearts have found joy in matches there and would hope that piece of history would be kind to them again.

In other venues, defending champions, Bibiani Gold Stars would have all to play for when they welcome Basake Holy Stars at the Bibiani Dun’s Park tomorrow.

At the Berekum Golden City Park, relegation-threatened Berekum Chelsea will host Kpando Hearts of Lions in a game expected to be full of thrills.

The Berekum lads have found the going extremely tough and have turned their home ground to their main source for points, having performed poorly on the road.

Heart of Lions would offer a stiff opposition capable of worsening the situation of the hosts as they aim for a decent finish.

Hohoe United started their maiden season impressively but find themselves struggling for survival in just the second round.

At their Hohoe base, they can breathe some life into their campaign if they are able to defeat stubborn Nations FC today.

Elsewhere, Bechem United will face Young Apostles at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park in Bechem; Dreams FC will welcome Karela United to the Tuba Astro Turf in a game of equals while Swedru All Blacks host Samartex FC at the Swedru Stadium.

BY RAYMOND ACKUMEY

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