Medeama Share the Spoils with Ten-Men Asante Kotoko in Tarkwa
Medeama SC were held to a 1-1 draw by a resilient ten-man Asante Kotoko side in their Matchday 16 clash in the Ghana Premier League on Sunday at the TnA Stadium in Tarkwa.
The game witnessed high drama as Kotoko played with a numerical disadvantage from the 38th minute yet managed to snatch a point away from home.
Asante Kotoko faced a significant setback in the 38th minute when they were reduced to ten men. However, the visitors showed remarkable resilience, taking a surprising lead through Kwame Poku on the stroke of halftime.
Kwame Poku’s clinical finish stunned the home crowd and gave Kotoko a vital advantage heading into the break.
Medeama SC made tactical changes early in the second half to revive their chances. Braye Kinsley, Bernardino Tetteh, and Ebenezer Ackahbi replaced Nana Kofi Nabil, Derrick Fordjour, and Francis Kumi just before the hour mark.
The substitutions injected life into the home team, and their efforts paid off in the 68th minute when Kamaradini Mamudu slotted home the equalizer.
With the scores level, Medeama dominated possession and mounted pressure on the Kotoko defense.
Despite their numerical advantage and several attempts to breach the visitors’ backline, the Yellow and Mauves could not find a winner.
Kotoko’s defense, led by a resolute performance from their backline, ensured the game ended in a stalemate.
The draw sees Asante Kotoko move to 6th on the league table with 28 points, while Medeama SC remain in 7th place with 25 points. .
Despite the numerical disadvantage, Asante Kotoko showcased resilience and tactical discipline to deny Medeama victory in Tarkwa.
The result highlights the competitive nature of the Ghana Premier League as both sides continue to battle for higher positions on the table.