Frank Boateng expressed his displeasure about officiating following defeat to Kotoko
Young Apostles goalkeeper Frank Boateng has expressed his displeasure about officiating following his team’s defeat to Asante Kotoko on Wednesday afternoon.
The Porcupine Warriors prevailed with a 2-1 victory over Young Apostles in a highly competitive Ghana Premier League outstanding clash held at the Baba Yara Stadium.
Six minutes into the second half, midfielder Hubert Gyau finally broke the deadlock with a powerful strike. The lead, however, lasted only three minutes. Young Apostles responded through Richmond Opoku, who headed home after a well-worked team move.
The game opened up from that point, with Kotoko pushing forward in search of a winner. Their persistence paid off deep into added time when captain Samba O’Neil converted a controversial penalty to seal an important win.
Speaking to Kessben FM, the experienced goalkeeper expressed his displeasure about officiating, insisting the penalty awarded to Kotoko was a bad call.
“The penalty awarded against us [Kotoko vs Young Apostles] was a bad call, and even the foul incident that led to the penalty was questionable. Some Ghanaian referees often manipulate our emotions,” he said.
The result lifts Kotoko to fifth place on 19 points, two adrift of the top and with one outstanding match still to play, while Young Apostles sit in 8th position with 14 points.
