Asante Kotoko return to action on Sunday with a clear message: no more slip-ups, as they welcome Berekum Chelsea to the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in the Ghana Premier League.
It will be the first meeting between the sides in four months. Their last encounter, played on September 13, 2025, ended in a narrow 1-0 victory for Asante Kotoko, continuing a recent trend that has largely favoured the Porcupine Warriors. Across their last six meetings since December 2023, Kotoko have won four, Chelsea one, with one draw, scoring six goals to Chelsea’s three.
Kotoko come into the match looking to respond after a disappointing defeat to Swedru All Blacks last weekend. That result slowed their momentum, but sitting third on the table with 30 points from 17 matches, they remain firmly in the title race. With eight wins, six draws, and just three defeats, Kotoko boast one of the league’s strongest defensive records, conceding only 11 goals.
Head coach Karim Zito has made it clear there is little room for error at this stage of the season. Speaking ahead of the game, he stressed the importance of maximum points, describing the fixture as one his side must win if they are to stay on course for the title.
Berekum Chelsea arrive in Kumasi under pressure of their own. They sit 17th with 18 points from 17 matches and are coming off a defeat to Bechem United. Defensive issues have plagued Chelsea, particularly away from home, where they have conceded in each of their last ten road games. With just five wins all season and 21 goals conceded, they face a tough test against a Kotoko side desperate to bounce back.
Sunday’s clash sets up a classic scenario, a title hopeful seeking redemption against a relegation-threatened side fighting for survival.
