Asante Kotoko was forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Young Apostles in their Week 3 fixture of the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League. The match, played at the Obuasi Len Clay Stadium, saw both teams put on a competitive display, with the visitors taking the lead before Kotoko clawed back to secure a point.
The game started with Asante Kotoko applying early pressure, but Young Apostles remained resolute in defense, frustrating the hosts in the first half. Despite Kotoko’s dominance in possession, the scoreline remained goalless at halftime as both teams struggled to create clear-cut chances.
The second half saw a change in fortunes, with Young Apostles taking the lead in the 51st minute. Forward Daniel Lomotey pounced on a loose ball in the box to score with a simple tap-in, sending the away supporters into raptures. His goal was a result of sustained pressure by the Apostles, who had begun to grow into the game after a defensive first half.
Trailing 1-0, Asante Kotoko intensified their attack in search of an equalizer. The home side eventually found their breakthrough in the 77th minute when Emmanuel Antwi unleashed a powerful strike from outside the box. His belter left the Young Apostles’ goalkeeper with no chance as it sailed into the top corner, leveling the game at 1-1.
With momentum on their side, Kotoko pushed for a winner in the remaining minutes. However, Young Apostles’ defense remained organized, and despite several attempts, Kotoko couldn’t find the decisive goal. The referee blew the final whistle after 90+5 minutes of play, with both teams walking away with a point each.
Meanwhile, Young Apostles will be pleased with their resilience and ability to claim a hard-earned point away from home.
This 1-1 draw marks another tight contest in what is shaping up to be a competitive season in the Ghana Premier League.
