Asante Kotoko triumphed in the inaugural Democracy Cup, defeating arch-rivals Hearts of Oak 2-1 in an exciting match at the Accra Sports Stadium on Wednesday.
This victory continues Kotoko’s recent dominance over the Phobians, following their consecutive wins in the recently concluded season.
The match began with high intensity, and it was Kotoko who struck first. Justice Blay opened the scoring from the penalty spot after a controversial decision, giving the Porcupine Warriors the lead going into halftime.
The penalty decision sparked debates among fans and analysts, but Blay remained composed and successfully converted it.
Determined to fight back, Hearts of Oak equalized in the second half through Asamoah Boateng. This goal reignited the contest, with both teams pushing hard for the win.
However, Kotoko’s resilience shone through as Amidu restored their lead, securing the victory and the trophy for his team.
This win not only boosts Kotoko’s morale but also secures them a friendly match against Major League Soccer’s DC United.
The game, which commemorates Ghana’s 30th anniversary of parliamentary democracy, adds extra significance to this already fierce rivalry.
Before the main event, a team of Members of Parliament set the tone for a day of football festivities by defeating a select group of former Black Stars players 3-1 in a curtain-raiser match.
