Adamu Muftawu
February 10, 2026Ghana: Karim Zito resigns from Asante Kotoko after FA Cup exit
Ghana: Karim Zito resigns from Asante Kotoko after FA Cup exit
Ghana Premier League giants, Asante Kotoko have parted ways with head coach Abdul Karim Zito.
According to a statement by the club, the experienced trainer tendered his resignation on Monday with the record Premier League holders accepting to end the marriage.
The short statement released by the club read:
“Abdul Karim Zito Kabutey has resigned from his role as the head coach of Asante Kotoko Sporting Club with immediate effect.
Management has accepted the resignation, expressed its appreciation to the coach for his services and wished him the best for the future.
The new technical direction of the club will be communicated in due course.”
Abdul Karim Zito Kabutey has resigned from his role as the head coach of Asante Kotoko Sporting Club with immediate effect.
Management has accepted the resignation, expressed its appreciation to the coach for his services and wished him the best for the future.
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— Asante Kotoko SC – 2X CAF CL Winners🥇 (@AsanteKotoko_SC) February 9, 2026
Zito joined Kotoko last season from Dreams FC, leading them to their 10th MTN FA Cup where they defeated Division One side Golden Kick 2-1 at the Legon Sports Stadium.
However pressure mounted on the veteran tactician after Aduana FC eliminated Kotoko from the FA Cup with a 4-2 penalty shootout win at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday, February 8 following a goalless draw in the entire clash.
Prior exiting the FA Cup, Kotoko had suffered a 3-1 loss at Heart of Lions in match day 21, a situation that began the charge for Zito’s sacking.
He leaves the club ahead of their epic clash against sworn rivals Hearts of Oak in match day 22 at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday, February 15.
Assistant coach Prince Yaw Owusu is to temporarily take charge of the technical team assisted by Mohammed Hamza Obeng.
The two-time African champions might go without a trophy this season as they currently have 35 points, eight behind leaders Medeama after 21 games into the campaign.