Asante Kotoko reignited their Ghana Premier League title ambitions with a thrilling 3-2 win over Medeama SC at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday, closing the gap to league leaders Nations FC to just two points with one round of matches to play.
Albert Amoah stole the show, delivering a sensational hat-trick to guide the Porcupine Warriors to a dramatic victory in front of their home fans.
The game began in high intensity, with Kingsley Braye firing Medeama into an early lead in the 5th minute, stunning the Kumasi faithful. Kotoko, however, responded with character and urgency.
Amoah levelled proceedings in the 23rd minute from the penalty spot and put his side ahead just before halftime in the 41st minute with a clinical close-range finish.
In the second half, Medeama refused to back down and found an equaliser through Manuel Mantey in the 67th minute, setting up a tense finish. But Amoah had the final say, completing his hat-trick with a composed strike in the 78th minute, sending the home crowd into raptures and keeping Kotoko’s title hopes very much alive.
Kotoko will now turn their attention to a crucial final-day clash against Vision FC, who are already safe from relegation.
The league title will be decided on the final matchday, with Kotoko hoping for a Nations FC and second place Bibiani Gold Stars slip-up while they aim to finish their campaign on a high.