Asante Kotoko SC

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18 October 2026

Young Apostles FC

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Baba Yara Sports Stadium, Kumasi · Ghana Premier League, Matchday 7

Kumasi, Ghana — Asante Kotoko returned to winning ways in the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League after securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Young Apostles at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday, October 18, 2026.

Second-half goals from Hubert Gyau and Cameroonian forward Solomon Nsor Saah gave the Porcupine Warriors a valuable three points, despite a late consolation goal from Young Apostles’ Iddrisu Huziaf.

The result provided a timely boost for Kotoko following their previous league defeat to Swedru All Blacks.

Goalless First Half Despite Kotoko Pressure

Kotoko started the encounter determined to make home advantage count, controlling large periods of possession and trying to create openings against the visitors.

Young Apostles, however, remained organised defensively and frustrated the home side throughout the opening 45 minutes.

Although Kotoko created opportunities, their finishing failed to produce a breakthrough before halftime.

The teams went into the dressing rooms at 0-0, leaving the match finely balanced heading into the second period.

Hubert Gyau Breaks the Deadlock

Kotoko’s persistence eventually paid off in the 70th minute when Hubert Gyau opened the scoring.

Patrick Asiedu played an important role in the move, advancing down the left flank before delivering a cut-back that allowed Gyau to finish.

The goal rewarded Kotoko’s improved attacking approach and placed Young Apostles under increasing pressure.

With the visitors forced to push forward in search of an equaliser, the home side found additional opportunities to exploit spaces in their defence.

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Solomon Nsor Saah Doubles Kotoko’s Advantage

The Porcupine Warriors strengthened their position in the 82nd minute when substitute Solomon Nsor Saah scored the second goal.

The Cameroonian forward finished after a well-constructed attacking move, giving Kotoko a two-goal cushion with less than ten minutes of regulation time remaining.

The strike appeared to put the contest beyond Young Apostles, but the visitors continued to fight for a way back.

Their determination produced a late response when Iddrisu Huziaf scored in the second minute of added time.

The goal reduced the deficit to 2-1 and created a tense conclusion, but Kotoko protected their narrow advantage until the final whistle.

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Kotoko Climb to Eighth Position

The victory lifted Asante Kotoko to eighth place in the league standings with 11 points after seven matches, according to the post-match table reported by KickGH.

Young Apostles, meanwhile, remained in 16th position with six points, increasing the pressure on the club to improve its results in the coming fixtures.

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For Kotoko, the victory is particularly important because it restores confidence after an inconsistent start to the campaign.

The club has already experienced setbacks against Aduana Stars and Swedru All Blacks, making consistency an important objective as the season progresses.

The contribution of Gyau and Nsor Saah also provides encouragement for Kotoko’s attacking department, particularly after a first half in which the team struggled to convert its opportunities.

What Next for Asante Kotoko?

Kotoko will seek to build on Sunday’s victory when they face AshantiGold in their next league fixture on October 25.

Young Apostles will also be looking to respond quickly as they attempt to move away from the lower positions of the table.

With the Ghana Premier League season still in its early stages, both teams have opportunities to improve their standing.

However, Sunday’s contest demonstrated the importance of converting chances and maintaining defensive concentration until the final whistle.

For Asante Kotoko, three points at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium offer renewed momentum and a platform from which to pursue greater consistency in the coming weeks.

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