ASKO De Kara, the reigning champions of Togolese football, will commence their Champions League journey without their standout player, Enoch Quaicoe. The club, set to face Deportivo Mongomo of Guinea in just over two weeks, has been dealt a significant blow as Quaicoe departs the team.
The Ghanaian forward, instrumental in ASKO’s recent success with 10 goals and 4 assists, has chosen not to extend his contract with the club.
His departure was confirmed following a recent friendly match where ASKO suffered a 2-1 defeat against the Togolese U20 national team.
This game served as a crucial part of their preparations for the upcoming continental fixtures.
In a post-match analysis, ASKO’s coach, Amani, addressed the impact of Quaicoe’s absence.
“Enoch is at the end of his contract with the club. He did not wish to continue the adventure,” Amani stated, reflecting on the team’s preparation and the upcoming challenges.
Quaicoe’s exit leaves a notable void in the ASKO squad. His contributions were pivotal to the team’s success in the domestic league, and his departure could have implications for their performance in the Champions League.
In response to this setback, ASKO has reinforced their squad with several new players from Division 1 Lonato, aiming to bolster their lineup as they prepare for the continental campaign.
The loss of Quaicoe underscores the challenges ASKO De Kara faces as they gear up for their Champions League opener against Deportivo Mongomo.
The team will need to adapt quickly to fill the gap left by their top scorer and maintain their competitive edge in Africa’s premier club competition.
