Asante Kotoko Set to Host Gold Stars FC in Thrilling Matchday 15 Clash
Asante Kotoko will welcome Bibiani Gold Stars to the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on Friday, December 27 in what promises to be an electrifying Ghana Premier League encounter for Matchday 15.
The Porcupine Warriors have been in resurgent form, climbing to 5th place on the league table with 24 points.
They have won three of their last five matches (W3, L2), scoring 13 goals and conceding 10 along the way. Kotoko’s strong home form—ranking among the top ten best-performing home teams—provides them with confidence as they aim to secure another victory.
Gold Stars FC, currently in second place with 27 points, come into this fixture with momentum after a hard-fought 2-1 win over Nsoatreman FC last weekend.
The Miners are tied on points with league leaders Heart of Lions, making this clash a crucial test for their title ambitions.
Gold Stars boast an impressive attack, scoring 14 goals this season while conceding just seven. Despite being the seventh-best away team, they have suffered only one defeat on the road.
Head-to-Head Record
Asante Kotoko and Gold Stars FC have faced off three times at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium since the 2021/22 season, with Kotoko dominating this fixture.
In the 2021/22 Season, Kotoko thrashed Gold Stars 5-0. The sides shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw during the 2022/23 Season.
Last season Kotoko edged out a narrow 1-0 win over the miners at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi.
This head-to-head record at home gives the Porcupines a psychological edge, but the Miners will be determined to break their away jinx and keep their title hopes alive.
What’s at Stake?
For Kotoko, a win would solidify their position in the top half of the table and keep their title aspirations within reach.
Gold Stars, meanwhile, are looking to leapfrog Heart of Lions and take the top spot outright, making this match a must-win for both sides.