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History beckons as Golden Kick, Attram De Visser battle for MTN FA Cup final spot …Kotoko face Berekum Chelsea tomorrow
Golden Kick FC and Attram De Visser are on the verge of a historic feat in the MTN FA Cup. The two Access Bank Division One League clubs are the last remaining clubs in the competition after eliminating Karela United FC and Pac Academy in the quarterfinals.
The two clubs will lock horns in the semifinal at the TNA Stadium today with a place in the final up for grabs.
The winner of this tie will follow in the footsteps of Okwahu United and Bofoakwa Tano as the third second-tier side to play in the MTN FA Cup final since FC Nania lifted the trophy in 2010/2011.
Golden Kick FC have been impressive in the ongoing campaign, eliminating strong Ghana Premier League sides like Accra Hearts of Oak and Karela United.
The Zone 3 side have played five matches, scored four goals, and kept four clean sheets ahead of the game.
On the other hand, Attram De Visser, who eliminated fellow DOL side Pac Academy in the quarterfinals, have scored five goals, conceded three, and kept two clean sheets. Attram De Visser previously knocked out Bibiani Gold Stars in the Round of 16.
Tomorrow, Asante Kotoko and Berekum Chelsea will take to the pitch in the second semifinal game of the championship.
The all Premier League clash is expected to be a cracker as both sides aim to lay hand on the trophy.
For the four clubs, the FA Cup represents the only chance of a silverware.
This was confirmed by Kotoko’s coach, Karim Zito after holding Hearts of Oak to a goalless encounter at the Accra Sports Stadium in their match day 30 clash of the Ghana Premier League.
Kotoko are huge favourites but Stephen Amankona has always been a threat for the Porcupine Warriors in such games and his presence could likely influence play.
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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