Kotoko Fines Portuguese Assistant Coach Diogo Peral For Slapping Madeama Player

According to a report by JoyNews today being Monday, November 2, 2026, Asante Kotoko Slaps Fine on Assistant Coach Diogo Peral Over Incident Involving Medeama PlayerAsante Kotoko have reportedly fined their Portuguese assistant coach, Diogo Peral, following an incident in which he allegedly slapped a Medeama SC player during a recent encounter between the two Ghanaian football clubs.

The decision by the Kumasi-based club comes after the incident attracted attention and raised concerns about the conduct of technical officials during competitive football matches.

Diogo Peral, who serves as an assistant coach for the Porcupine Warriors, reportedly became involved in a confrontation with a Medeama player, which resulted in him slapping the footballer.

The development has generated discussions among football followers, with many expressing concern about the behaviour of individuals occupying technical positions at professional clubs.Following the incident, Asante Kotoko took disciplinary action against their Portuguese assistant coach by imposing a financial penalty on him.

The club’s decision is believed to be part of efforts to address the matter and ensure that members of its technical team maintain the expected standards of professional conduct.

The incident has also brought renewed attention to the importance of discipline and respect among players, coaches and other officials involved in Ghanaian football.

As a major club in the country, Asante Kotoko are expected to uphold high standards both on and off the pitch. The club’s decision to fine Peral demonstrates its response to the controversy surrounding the assistant coach’s alleged actions.

Meanwhile, the development is likely to remain a subject of discussion among supporters of both clubs, particularly given the competitive relationship between Asante Kotoko and Medeama SC.

Football observers have continued to emphasise that technical officials must exercise restraint, regardless of the pressure and emotions that often accompany important league fixtures.

The disciplinary action against Peral serves as a reminder that coaches and other club officials are also expected to conduct themselves professionally during matches and avoid actions that could bring the game into disrepute.

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