FA Cup round of 16 win over Asante Kotoko refreshing - Karela United Coach

Published on: 13 February 2024

Karela United interim coach Abukari Damba has described their win over Kumasi Asante Kotoko as refreshing, looking at the fact that the club is struggling in the Ghana Premier League.

The Ghana FA Cup round of 16 game on Monday at the Aliu Mahama Stadium is the former Black Stars goalkeeper’s first game in charge since replacing Shaibu Ibrahim Tanko.

Speaking after the game, Damba said, “Well, I must say it is quite refreshing because the aim of every game is to win and we have struggled in the past.

“All things being equal, I think registering two goals without conceding is something we should be very grateful for. Well done to my players.”

Two minutes after recess, a Solomon Aboagye strike handed Karela United the lead.

While Asante Kotoko created several chances after conceding, the Porcupine Warriors could not find the back of the net.

In the 65th minute, Giyas also equalised with a wonderful shot to double the lead for Karela United to secure a 2-0 win for the team at the end of the 90 minutes.

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