Interim Asante Kotoko coach Prince Yaw Owusu has expressed confidence in his side’s readiness ahead of their Ghana Premier League showdown with FC Samartex.
The Porcupine Warriors will welcome Samartex to the Baba Yara Stadium on Monday, April 6, in a Matchday 28 fixture.
Kotoko approach the encounter on the back of an inconsistent run, having registered two wins, two draws, and one defeat in their last five outings.
Despite that patchy form, Owusu remains optimistic about his side’s chances, pointing to their determination and resilience as key strengths.
Speaking to the club’s media, Owusu highlighted his team’s fighting spirit, insisting they are not intimidated by the challenge ahead. He stressed that while Kotoko respect Samartex’s capabilities, the feeling is mutual.
“Yeah. We also have the same thing as well. If you watch our games get to the end, the fight that we put in since we started the league, it’s been that way for us,” he said.
The interim coach added that his players are prepared to compete both physically and tactically, underlining their readiness for what is expected to be a keenly contested encounter.
“So we are not scared of that issue. But you know, it’s a match that we respect them as a team, and I know they respect us as well,” he added.
Samartex, meanwhile, travel to Kumasi in search of a turnaround in fortunes after a difficult spell marked by draws and defeats. They will be hoping to rediscover form against one of the league’s traditional heavyweights.
Kick-off is set for 15:00 GMT.
