Kumasi Asante Kotoko Head Coach, Prosper Narteh Ogum, has expressed his delight after achieving consecutive victories over Accra Hearts of Oak this season in the Ghana Premier League.

The Porcupines secured a 2-0 win against the Phobians, with Ugandan striker Steve Dese Mukwala netting both goals in front of enthusiastic Kumasi supporters at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.

In his post-match remarks, Ogum highlighted that defeating Hearts of Oak twice serves as significant motivation to end the season on a high note.

“Beating Hearts of Oak back-to-back is not an easy job, so I’m happy. I think it’s an honor for this group of players. It’s been a while since this happened, and we are all happy, as you could see when the final whistle was blown,” Ogum stated.

This victory propelled Asante Kotoko to ninth place in the league with 43 points, while Hearts of Oak dropped to 14th with 38 points, precariously close to the relegation zone.

Asante Kotoko’s next fixture is against Accra Great Olympics on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in match week 32. Hearts of Oak will face Nations FC at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, May 31, 2024.