After the thrilling Quarter Finals at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi over the week end, the stage is now set for the Semi Finals and Grand Final.
As expected, Asante Kotoko are through to the Semi Final of the MTN FA Cup with a 2-1 victory over True Democracy.
Kwame Opoku’s late winner sent the Porcupines into the last four of the exciting competition. In fact it was heartbreaking for True Democracy, who left everything on the pitch.
Earlier in an all Premier Division clash, Berekum Chelsea had won by a lone goal against Bechem and fans are asking if, after winning the MTN FA Cup in 2022, can Samuel Boadu do it for the Blues?
Premier side Karela United were beaten on penalties 5-3 by giant killers, Golden Kick. Fatawu Mohammed’s penalty miss saw Karela suffer elimination from the hands of Division One club, Golden Kick who want to make a statement.
On Saturday, Attram De Visser beat Pac Academy 5-3 on penalties after drawing 1-1 in another interesting fixture to qualify to the Semi Final.
The MTN FA Cup is the biggest and one of the prestigious tournament which involves clubs from all over the country.
The sponsors also provide attractive rewards for fans, officials and the clubs.
The Semi Finals have been fixed for May 9 to 12 and the grand finals scheduled for June 14/ 15.
This year’s tournament has been exciting, with clubs like Golden Kick creating panic and some sensational results.
Kumasi Asante Kotoko who want to close the gap between them and rivals in wins of the FA Cup are very serious and eager to dominate and win, but Berekum Chelsea can spring a surprise.
Another club that needs to be watched is Attram De Visser who have proved their consistency and improving day by day.
By Sammy Heywood Okine
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