Asante Kotoko General Manager, George Amoako says the club is a step ahead of the other 17 premier league teams and they are favorites to win the upcoming 2019/20 Ghana Premier League (GPL).
George Amoako was speaking on the back of the team’s win over arch-rivals Hearts of Oak in the 2019 President Cup played at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday.
Kotoko defeated Hearts 2-1 to win the title.
Speaking to reporters after the game George Amoako said, “For the League we have to be patient because the other teams are also preparing.
“We should be ahead of most clubs because of our participation in Africa club competition. Our preparation has been consistent so its gives us an advantage. I confidently believe this league is for us”, he added.
George further said, Maxwell Konadu’s litmus test will be for the whole season.
“There is no problem about Maxwell Konadu’s appointment. He is going to be judged by his performance throughout the whole season by winning laurels for the club”.
He also assured all supporters of the club that the team will do its best to keep all their star players.
Asante Kotoko will begin their league campaign against Eleven Wonders at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on December 29, 2019.