Aboubakar Ouattara, the tactician for Hearts of Oak, exudes confidence ahead of their highly anticipated clash against Asante Kotoko on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Set to kick off at 6 pm, this match marks a significant occasion, commemorating 30 years of democratic practice in Ghana.

"We are playing in the Democracy Cup, and I’m a Democrat just like Hearts of Oak's board members and everyone. We’ve taken this game seriously.

We always aim to win trophies whenever they are up for grabs. We are well prepared and focused for the game," Ouattara emphasized.

Reflecting on their rivalry with Asante Kotoko, Ouattara acknowledged the competitive history between the two iconic clubs in cup competitions.

"Asante Kotoko are our rivals, and they know our approach to cup games. We will invite them to witness our performance after the game," he added confidently.

In recent encounters, Asante Kotoko secured back-to-back wins over Hearts of Oak during the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League campaign, setting the stage for an intense showdown in the Democracy Cup.

Before the main event, fans can enjoy a curtain-raiser match featuring parliamentarians and former Black Stars players, adding to the excitement of the day's festivities at the Accra Sports Stadium.