Former Asante Kotoko coach Prince Acheampong, affectionately known as Sabuto, has passed away.
The popular tactician was confirmed to have passed away on Monday, January 4, 2025.
Kotoko announced his passing via a post on X (formerly Twitter) and expressed sympathy for his family.
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Prince Acheampong (Coach Sabuto), head coach of King Faisal and a former assistant coach of Asante Kotoko. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, loved ones, and the entire King Faisal fraternity during this difficult time. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” the club wrote.
At the moment, the cause of Sabuto’s death is unknown. He was appointed head coach of Division One side King Faisal on January 5, 2024.
He previously served as assistant coach of Kotoko during the 2010/11 season and also worked as a scout for Paa Kwesi Fabin at Kotoko in 2018.
He was also well-known in high school football due to his position as Deputy Director at Opoku Ware Senior High School.
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Prince Acheampong (Coach Sabuto), head coach of King Faisal and a former assistant coach of Asante Kotoko. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, loved ones, and the entire King Faisal fraternity during this difficult time. May his… pic.twitter.com/gR3022G3Bq
— Asante Kotoko SC – 2X CAF CL Winners🥇 (@AsanteKotoko_SC) February 4, 2025
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