Match Report: Etouga scores as Asante Kotoko beat Medeama to open nine-point lead

Ten-man Asante Kotoko beat Medeama SC 2-0 at the Akoon Park in a Ghana Premier League matchday 30 fixture.

The win ends Kotoko’s turbulent run in recent games to open a nine-point gap at the top.

Today at the Akoon Park, Asante Kotoko presented a strong starting eleven to face off with Medeama SC in what was predicted to be a difficult game for both sides.

The visitors took the lead through defender Andrews Appau who leaped highest to head home Imoro Ibrahim’s corner kick in the 23rd-minute.

Fortunately the goal did not demoralise the Tarkwa-based side who kept searching for the equaliser, with their danger man, Kwadwo Asamoah, at his best, creating chances, and also thwarting the many threats by Kotoko.

When it seemed Medeama were in control of the game, Kotoko took advantage of the relapse in their defence to launch a counter attack on the 45th minute when Mudasiru Salidu released Franck Etouga who calmly slot home for his 20th league goal of the season.

Before the break Mudasiru was shown the red card after receiving his second yellow card in the game. His absense did not break the Porcupines and they returned to hold on to the 2-0 lead to win the game.

Courtesy of the win and the three points, Asante Kotoko are now on 59 points and with a healthy 9 points ahead of Bechem United and Medeama.

Asante Kotoko have one outstanding game against their regional rivals Ashantigold at Len Clay Stadium on Thursday.