On Sunday, December 15, 2024, Kumasi Asante Kotoko inflicted pain on Accra Hearts of Oak by securing a one-nil victory over their rivals at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
Albert Amoah pounced on a miscommunication between Hearts goalkeeper Benjamin Asare and Kelvin Osei to score a late winner for Asante Kotoko.
Amoah was quick to seize the opportunity, tapping the ball into the empty net to hand Kotoko all three points.
Despite creating several chances throughout the match, Hearts of Oak were unable to convert, and the costly error in the closing stages ultimately sealed their fate.
Before the goal, Osei had been the standout performer for the Phobians with his solid defensive work. However, his mistake in the dying moments proved to be a turning point.
With this victory, Kotoko now have 6 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses from 13 matches, placing them 6th on the league table with 21 points.
Hearts of Oak, who have 5 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses from 12 matches, sit 7th with 19 points.
This was the 115th meeting between these two footballing giants.
Kotoko have now won 39 times, while Hearts of Oak have 38 victories, with 39 matches ending in a draw.
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