Aduana FC defeats Asante Kotoko 2-0 in Kumasi despite 10-man disadvantage
Aduana FC beat Asante Kotoko 2-0 at Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi.
In Brief
- •Aduana FC beat Asante Kotoko 2-0 at Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi.
- •Kotoko played with 10 men after a red card to Raymond Agyemang, yet Aduana maintained control.
- •Stephen Amankona scored in the 7th minute and Seidu Saana added a late counter‑attack goal.
- •The win gives Aduana seven points from four matches and marks Kotoko's first loss of the season.
- •This is the first time Aduana has beaten Kotoko in Kumasi since 2021.
Why It Matters
The result is a significant early‑season upset, giving Aduana a strong start and disrupting Kotoko's unbeaten run. It also highlights the impact of disciplinary actions on match outcomes and could influence team morale and tactical decisions in the remainder of the Ghana Premier League season.
Key Details
- Match Date
- 2026-09-27
- Final Score
- 2-0
- Venue
- Baba Yara Sports Stadium
- Red Card
- 1 (Kotoko)
- Points for Aduana
- 7
- First Kotoko loss of season
- Yes
Context & Background
This victory marks the first time Aduana has beaten Kotoko in Kumasi since 2021, underscoring a shift in the local rivalry.
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