Ghana Premier League: Kotoko coach Prince Owusu positive after first win

Asante Kotoko’s interim head coach, Prince Owusu was left elated after their 2-0 win at Young Apostles in week 23 of the Ghana Premier League on Sunday.

The Porcupine Warriors redeemed their battered image after a 1-0 home loss against bitter rivals Hearts of Oak last week and they needed the win to avoid further drop from the top four.

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The win was coach Prince Owusu’s first since taking charge on an interim basis following the departure of former trainer Karim Zito and he expressed joy after the game.

Prince Owusu replaced Karim Zito on interim bases

“It means a lot to me. This is my first win, and it makes people recognise what I can do,” he said.

Yaw Owusu admitted that both he and his players were under pressure going into the game, following their recent home defeat to Hearts of Oak.

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“Yes, there was pressure. The players felt it themselves. So we spoke to them and asked them to put the pressure behind them and focus on how we wanted to play.

“They listened, and it worked perfectly for us today. Once we scored the two goals, everything became clear in our performance. So we are okay with it.”

The result has propelled Kotoko back to the 4th position on the league standings with 38 points, two behind Hearts of Oak who sit third and they will next host Vision FC in the Matchday 24 at the Baba Yara Stadium