‘I want to hold the Champions League trophy, go and win it for me’ – Otumfuo urges Kotoko team

Asante Kotoko today presented the 2021/22 Ghana Premier League trophy to the life patron of the club, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

The presentation was done at the Manhyia Palace.

The Chief Executive Officer, Nana Yaw Amponsah led a contingent made up of his management and the playing body Kotoko as well the supporter’s leadership.

The Life Patron of the club congratulated the playing body on their title winning feat this season and has therefore charged the team to make effort to win an Africa title.

“I congratulate you for winning the league title, now, you are going to Africa, I will urge you, the CEO, coach and the players to win Africa because it’s been a while he laid hands on the title”

“As a team, you need to remain united to be able to succeed” he said.

The Porcupine Warriors lifted the trophy in front of thousands of fans at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi after a convincing 3-0 win over Elmina Sharks.

Prosper Narteh Ogum ‘s side secured their position as champions on June 2, but had to wait until their final home game of the season to get their hands on the trophy.

Kotoko were awarded the trophy in front of thousands of fans who were absolutely delighted to witness the team’s success after a disappointing last season in which the Porcupine Warriors went trophyless while bitter rivals Hearts of Oak won both the league and the FA Cup.

Before the trophy presentation, Kotoko defeated Elmina Sharks 3-0 in an entertaining game.

Left-back Ibrahim Imoro scored a stunning free-kick on 26 minutes to give Kotoko a halftime lead.

Kotoko came out of the break determined to score more goals, and Cameroonian attacker Mfegue Omgba delivered, scoring twice in the final 12 minutes.

Kotoko will conclude their campaign in Accra against Accra Lions on Saturday, June 18.

The Porcupine Warriors will represent Ghana in the 2022/23 CAF Champions League campaign.