Special Competition: Ashgold coach Zachariassen expects difficult challenge against Karela United in semi-final

Ashantigold coach Kjetil Zachariassen expects a difficult challenge against Karela United in the semi-final the GFA Tier I Special Competition on Sunday.

The Miners will welcome the Anyinase boys to the Obuasi Len Clay Stadium, with an eye for a place in the finals of the competition.

Speaking ahead of the game, the Norwegian tactician believes it will be a tough test for his boys but was also confident of victory.

"It's a difficult match for us, and a big opponent again: strong, possession based. But we always want to dictate the game for our opponents. They would've to read us and follow us," he said in a pre-match interview.

Zachariassen has transformed the Obuasi based outfit since taking over from Serbian coach Svetislav Tanasijevic.

The Miners are also in the semifinals of the Tier II competition, with a date against regional rivals Asante Kotoko on Wednesday.

Winners of the Tier I competition will represent Ghana in the CAF Champions League next season.