Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito insists his side remain firmly in the hunt for the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League title despite recent setbacks.
The Porcupine Warriors currently sit fourth on the league table with 32 points after 19 matches, but Zito believes the season is far from over.
Speaking to the club’s media ahead of Matchday 20, which will see Kotoko host Basake Holy Stars at the Baba Yara Stadium, the experienced trainer stressed that his team is working relentlessly to keep their title ambitions alive.
Zito made it clear that Kotoko are not prepared to abandon their objective, describing the league campaign as a long and demanding race.
“You have to make your intentions known and then work towards them, and that is exactly what we are doing. I still believe it is not too late. As I said, it’s a marathon. Some teams start well, but there comes a time when gaps close or open, and that’s when people decide to give up,” he said.
“But this is me — I don’t give up until it ends. We are still fighting for it. Football is about moments. There are times when things go well for you, and there are times when they don’t.”
Drawing parallels with everyday life, Zito urged resilience and persistence during difficult periods.
“In normal life, when things don’t go well, you don’t sit down and cry. You fight hard and come back to achieve your target. So we are not giving up; we are still fighting,” he added.
Kick-off for the match against Basake Holy Stars is scheduled for 15:30 at the Baba Yara Stadium.
