Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito has praised his side after their dominant 6–0 victory over Bechem United in Matchday 16 at the Baba Yara Stadium, a result that lifted the Porcupine Warriors to the top of the league table.

Goalscorers


  • Morifing Donzo – Brace to set the tone.

  • Samba O’Neil – Header for the second.

  • Hubert Gyau – Clinical finish after the restart.

  • Johnson Owusu Oppong – Scrambled in the fifth.

  • Kwame Opoku – Slotted home late to complete the rout.

Zito’s Reaction


Speaking to TV3, the Kotoko boss expressed delight at his forwards’ sharpness:

“I am very happy we won. I’m very happy for the boys. It tells you that they [the strikers] have been taking their practice very seriously, so I think it manifested in the game today, and I’m very happy for them.”

Context


  • The win marks Kotoko’s third consecutive triumph, following victories over Dreams FC and Eleven Wonders.

  • It was Kotoko’s biggest win in recent seasons, underlining their growing confidence and attacking depth.

  • The result sends them top of the Ghana Premier League standings, level on points with Medeama but ahead on goal difference.

Next Fixture


The Porcupine Warriors will travel to Swedru to face All Blacks in Matchday 17 on Sunday, January 4.

This emphatic win not only showcased Kotoko’s attacking firepower but also reflected Zito’s emphasis on discipline and sharp finishing in training.