Hearts of Oak and Ashanti Kotoko Share the Spoils in 1-1 Friendly Draw
Ghanaian giants Hearts of Oak and Ashanti Kotoko played out a 1-1 draw on Sunday in a friendly double header, as both teams fine-tune preparations ahead of the Ghana Premier League kickoff.
Frank Sarfo Gyamfi opened the scoring for Kotoko in the 23rd minute, capitalizing on a dominant first-half performance by the Porcupine Warriors.
The Phobians, who struggled early on, brought in Togolese striker Aguidi Foovi in the second half to bolster their attack. The change paid off as Robin Gnagne grabbed a late equalizer to salvage a draw for Hearts.
Starting Lineups
Ashanti Kotoko:
Joseph Addo, Rahim Ayew, Amos Frimpong, Ohene Brenya, Akwasi Acheampong, Kojo Poku, Richard Mpong, Larbi Koomson, Frank Sarfo Gyamfi, Obed Owusu, Ahmed Toure.
Hearts of Oak:
Tetteh Luggard, Kwaku Andoh, Isaac Owusu, Vincent Atinga, Robin Gnagne, Leonard Tawiah, Emmanuel Hayford, Richard Yamoah, Gilbert Fiamenyo, Kwame Kizito, Thomas Abbey.
The match served as a key test for both teams’ tactical readiness and depth as they gear up for the new season.
