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“The game against Karela United is our most important game in my opinion,” he said

“We shouldn’t be thinking of the Hearts of Oak game. As far as I am concerned, we should go all out against Karela United and make sure we are picking the maximum points” he added.

Asante Kotoko will face Thunderbolt FC this weekend in the MTN FA Cup before playing Karela United in the midweek fixture then host Hearts of Oak next weekend.

Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko and English side Southampton have partnered with each other in a move that will be beneficial to both sets of clubs.

This new development will see the premier league club offer technical and non-technical support to the Ghanaian giants in the area of youth development, coaching, marketing among others to ensure the development of the club.

In a statement released by Southampton to confirm the partnership deal,

“The partnership will include Academy staff exchange visits between the UK and Ghana, as well as opportunities for Asante Kotoko’s young players to attend annual UK Player Development camps and experience the Southampton Academy methodology first-hand when travel corridors open up and it is safe to travel”.

“During these challenging times, we’re delighted to have agreed a long-term partnership to work with Asante Kotoko. Nana Yaw has a clear vision for Asante Kotoko to be a self-sustainable football club both on and off the pitch. We look forward to working with him and his team to support their development”, Mark Abrahams, Director of Business and Community Development.

Asante Kotoko’s CEO, Nana Yaw Amponsah also shared his thoughts on this deal which has been welcomed by Ghanaians.

“This partnership enables us to plug Asante Kotoko into Southampton in such a way that Kotoko functions like Southampton. Kotoko would have everything Southampton has but to a level that reflects our different budgets. I believe that with the expertise and resources available at Southampton, we can tap into this and develop our setup to look and feel professional like Saints.”,

Hopefully, this represents a new dawn for the Kumasi-based club to tap into the rich expertise of the English Premier League side, who have produced lots of great names across the world; Sadio Mané, Virgil van Dijk, Luke Shaw, James Ward-Prowse, and others.

It’s been two weeks since Asante Kotoko, let go of one of their illustrious men, Maxwell Konadu, who served the club at will from his playing days and later on as a head coach in two separate stints.



The gaffer was sacked following a shocking 1-0 loss to Accra Great Olympics at the Accra Sports Stadium amongst other dismal results the side recorded in the ongoing Ghana Premier League after five rounds of games.

However, Chief Executive Officer, Nana Yaw Amponsah has honestly admitted to taking a rush decision in sacking the former coach, as well as failing to officially inform the club’s Board of Directors of his intention to execute the decision to the latter.

In a recent media interview with Kumasi based Oyerepa FM, he opined that “I made a mistake for sacking Maxwell Konadu because I did not officially write to inform the board.”

He was quick to admit his mistakes leading to sacking the coach saying that, his records after five rounds of games (W1D2L1) wasn’t bad as people made it seem.

“I admit I am wrong and I accept that. Maxwell Konadu’s records at Kotoko was not bad but it was time for him to go and other big clubs in the world have done that but I again admit I was wrong for not informing the board.”

Post Maxwell Konadu, Kotoko have played two matches, one on the domestic scene as well as on the continental divide, winning through a solitary Imoro Ibrahim goal against Dreams at Dawu and losing 1-0 CAF Champions League opponents Al-Hilal ahead of the second leg in January.

Kumasi Asante Kotoko Chief Executive, Nana Yaw Amponsah, has released the full list of personalities he will be working with side by side for the next three years that he will remain at the helm of affairs at the club.



These new personalities appointed to serve in various portfolios will be tasked to bring their expertise and knowledge to help the club regain it’s grand status on the Africa continent once again.

Emmanuel Newton Dasoberi will serve as the new Administrative and Operations Manager after quiting his role at the Ghana Football Association of over a decade.

Another member, whose addition was expected was Renowned broadcaster, Moses Antwi Benefo, also known as “PJ Mozee” will head the Communications Department, Eric Amoako Twum takes over as Commercial Affairs Manager.

Others on the 8 member list are, Asamoah Gyan’s former manager Dentaa Amoateng, MBE as the Diaspora and International Relations Manager while Brazilian lawyer Nilo Effori will be head of the legal department in terms of international matters, David Obeng Nyarko as a Special Aid to the CEO.

Hopefully, these astute persons will be able to push the Manhyia-Kotoko agenda for the next three years of Nana Yaw Amponsah’s mandate as CEO.



The full list of the newly formed Management Team:

Asante Kotoko unveilved the new Chief Executive Officer of the club Nana Yaw Amponsah on Saturday Morning in a vibrant atmosphere in Kumasi.

Nana Yaw Amponsah will take over the CEO Position after George Amoako was relieved of his duties few months ago.

Nana Yaw Amponsah introduced/announced as the new CEO of @AsanteKotoko_SC pic.twitter.com/HncYusYpMU

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The Board members of the club announced and introduced Nana Yaw to the fans and media as the entire congregation watched the former Phar Rangers President put on the Asante Kotoko jersey for the first time.

Nana Yaw will be introduced to the Manhyia Palace immediately after the unveiling event.

It’s been close to a month since the Chief Executive Officer position of Kumasi Asante Kotoko became vacant following the expiration of George Amoako’s mandate at the helm of affairs.

A lot of names were linked to the job, Samuel Osei Kuffour, George Afriyie, Nana Yaw Amponsah, Fred Acheampong, Kojo Addai Mensah, Ben Nti, Christopher Damenya just to name a few.

The Kotoko hierarchy including its massive followers eyed George Afriyie for the CEO position but he quickly moved to squashed those circling rumors in a statement saying “In the aftermath of the GFA Presidential elections, I received several calls from Kotoko faithful and followers urging me to consider taking up the position of the CEO of the club. But, I want to state that I have currently taken up a commitment which would not permit me to take up the role”, the astute football warlord stated.

This news punched the hearts of many in and around the Red Devils fraternity knowing very well they missed out on an experienced administrator



Following that announcement by the former GFA hopeful, an ex-board member, Ambassador, Kabral Blay, and others favored what could have been the appointment of Nana Yaw Amponsah as Chief Executive Officer of Kumasi Asante Kotoko.

But it’s all looking like a new paradigm shift as chances of NYA landing one of the prestigious jobs in Ghana football now looks slim if not lost already.

According to Kwame Aboagye Mensah, NYA might not be considered because he falters in his information management skills.

“Everyone should take note that Asante Kotoko is a big brand and it can’t work with someone who is not secretive,” he told Opemsuo FM

The brilliant, affable Nana Yaw Amponsah may rue this opportunity but hopefully, it’s a learning template for other jobs in the future.

With this new development, the search for a new CEO will linger on for a while, Manhyia will have to cast it’s net near and afar to catch a personality that will help forge Kotoko, new board, fans to higher heights.

Early reports suggested that Nana Yaw Amponsah will be announced as the new Kotoko board this week but Oyerepa Sports are reporting that the Kotoko board told Nana Yaw Amponsah to give them a month to make a final decision.

Nana Yaw Amponsah met with the board in Accra last week and presented his plan and vision, it is believed that the board were satisfied with his presentation but will need time to talk about it and make a decision.

Phar Rangers President Nana Yaw Amponsah met with the new Asante Kotoko board on Tuesday where he presented his proposal and plans for the club if he is appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer.

The talented Football Administrator presented a mouth-watering proposal to the board members.

Here is the breakdown/snippet of his project and plans:

Phar Rangers President Nana Yaw Amponsah is set to be the new Asante Kotoko Chief Executive Officer, Sahara Football understands.

Asante Kotoko are currently in the market for a new CEO for the club following the departure of George Amoako and his management team few weeks ago.

Several reports suggest that 2019 Ghana FA Presidential candidate Nana Yaw Amponsah is favorite for the job after George Afriyie distanced himself from the position.

Reports further stated that the Kumasi based club will make an official announcement in the coming days.