The Porcupine Warriors shrugged off last weekend’s disappointing results in the Super Clash as they returned to winning ways over the debutants
Asante Kotoko pipped debutants Nsoatreman FC 2-1 in Ghana Premier League matchday one outstanding fixture at Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Wednesday.
After failing to win any of their last two games in all competitions, including the 1-1 stalemate against fierce rivals Hearts of Oak, Kotoko bounced back to winning ways.
Stephen Amankona opened the scoring for Kotoko in the first half from a spot kick after he was brought down in Nsoatreman’s box.
After the break, Kotoko doubled their lead through Isaac Oppong. The youngster combined with Ugandan striker Steven Mukwala and calmly slotted the ball past onrushing Nsoatreman goalkeeper.
However, Nsoatreman pulled one back against the run of play few minutes later through Philip Ofori. A corner kick from Baba Mahama was met by Ofori and and the header was cannoned by goal post.
Despite Nsoatreman pushing me forward for the equaliser late in the game, Kotoko remained resolute at the back and held on to pick their first win of the league season.
Kotoko, who now have four points after two games, will play city rivals King Faisal as visitors on Sunday at Baba Yara Sports Stadium and also have a game in hand against Bechem United.
Meanwhile, Nsoatreman welcome Karela United to Twumasikrom in Nsoatre.