CAFCC 2025/26: Kotoko humbled by Wydad in Accra

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12 months ago

October 20, 2025

Kotoko lost the plot against Moroccan club Wydad in the first leg of the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederations Cup game at the Accra Sports Stadium.

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The Ghanaian team lost at home by a goal to nil.

Both teams put their best foot in front, but it was the away side that created the most chances in the first half, but failed to make the most of them.

Two minutes after recess, the away team was awarded a corner kick from which Joseph Bakasu connected effortlessly from Lorch’s corner kick to slot pass Mohammed Camara in post for Kotoko.

The Guinea goalkeeper would receive his marching orders two minutes later after he stopped a goal-bound opportunity from the Morocco team outside his designated 18-yard box.

Abdul Karim Zito’s hand was forced following the red card to his number one goalkeeper, bringing on Aziz Dari for Walid and Antwi for Peter Amidu, who was profligate in the first half.

There were chances for Emmanuel Antwi, Gyau, but they all failed to beat the goalkeeper Benabib in the post for Wydad.

The Moroccan team holds the advantage in the lead-up to the return leg on Friday, October 24, 2025.

Nations FC bows out of CAF Confederation Cup

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4 weeks ago

September 14, 2026

Raphael Bannerman-Quartey

Nations FC knocked out of CAF Confederation Cup after 1-1 draw with FC Diarra.

The Abrankese-based side saw their maiden CAF Confederation Cup campaign end on Sunday after a 1-1 draw with Mali’s FC Diarra in the second leg of their preliminary-round tie at the Accra Sports Stadium.

The FA Cup holders needed to overturn a 1-0 first-leg deficit from Bamako (September 5) but could only manage a draw, exiting 2-1 on aggregate.

The away team got the first goal in the 75th minute, but the home team managed to get their act back, levelling nine minutes later.

The elimination leaves Ghana without a representative in the group stages of either the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup or the CAF Champions League, following Medeama SC’s earlier exit.

Nations FC will now turn their attention to the Division One League.

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Nations FC lose to FC Diarra in Mali

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1 month ago

September 7, 2026

Raphael Bannerman-Quartey

Ghanaian club Nations FC suffered a narrow defeat to FC Diarra in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round on Saturday.

The highly competitive clash, held at the Stade Mamadou Konaté, ended 1-0 in favour of the Malian outfit.

The first half of the match ended in a pulsating goalless draw, with both teams struggling to find the back of the net.

The home team found their noses in front with the opener in the 55th minute.

Nations FC rallied all available arsenal for the equalizer, but the home team was resolute in their defending, protecting their solitary lead.

The Abrankese-based club will hope to pull the right strings in the second leg on September 13 at the Accra Sports Stadium.

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CAFCC : Wydad host Kotoko in second leg qualifer

Published

12 months ago

October 24, 2025

Raphael Bannerman-Quartey

Kotoko have it all to do when they play Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club in the second leg of their CAF Confederation Cup tie at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca.

The Porcupine Warriors are coming into this fixture trailing by a lone goal and will need to play above their weight levels against the mighty Moroccans away from home.

Coach Zito will need to pep-talk the boys to play for Asanteman and Ghana at large, should they get something positive from the game.

The game is set for 19:00 GMT at the Mohammed V Stadium.

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CAFCC : Kotoko arrive in Morocco for Wydad AC clash

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12 months ago

October 23, 2025

Raphael Bannerman-Quartey

Ghana Premier League Asante Kotoko have arrived in Morocco ahead of their crucial CAF Confederation Cup clash against Wydad Casablanca.

The Ghanaian contingent was made up of the technical team, playing body, NCC personalities, and some key members of management for the tie against the Moroccan giants.

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The Porcupine Warriors, trailing in the first leg by a goal to nil, will have to play above their weight levels should they be able to qualify for the next stage of the competition.

The club will have an opportunity to train on the field for the clash for two days before they take on the host on Friday evening.

Kotoko have all to play for against Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca in the second leg tie of the second round of preliminary games of the CAF Confederations Cup at the Mohammed V Sports at 7:00 GMT