Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito has expressed his determination to lead the Porcupine Warriors to victory in the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup.
The Kumasi-based giants secured their place in the continental competition after winning last season’s FA Cup, edging lower-tier side Golden Kick FC 2-1 in the final.
Kotoko will begin their campaign with a preliminary round clash against Nigeria’s Kwara United, with the first leg set for September 21 at the Accra Sports Stadium.
Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ultimate Sports Show ahead of the tie, Zito, who lifted the Confederation Cup as a player, said it would be a special achievement to replicate that success as a coach.
“Going into Africa is not easy, so I am pleading with the fans to stay united and support the team,” he said.
“I played and won Africa, so I will be happy to win this tournament, but it must start with the fans coming together. The target is to get into the money zone, but we must first win the game against Kwara United.”
The return leg is scheduled for September 28. If Kotoko advance, they will face Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club in the next round.
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