Asante Kotoko fans to camp at Baba Yara Sports Stadium ahead of showdown against Hearts of Oak

In an unprecedented move, some dedicated fans of Asante Kotoko are planning to spend the nights of Friday and Saturday at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, according to a report by Oyerepa FM.

The aim is to prevent anyone from planting anything on the field before the highly-anticipated match against their arch-rivals, Hearts of Oak, on Sunday.

The upcoming fixture, set to take place in Kumasi, on May 26, 2024, is more than just a game. Both clubs have been poor throughout the season and they want to use this big game to put a smile on the face of their fans.

Asante Kotoko is eager to secure a victory and extend their lead over Hearts of Oak by five points. The team is looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2-1 loss to Berekum Chelsea, where Mezack Afriyie scored the winning goal in injury time.

Hearts of Oak, on the other hand, is under immense pressure following a 1-0 home defeat against Aduana FC. The upcoming match in Kumasi is a crucial opportunity for them to turn their fortunes around.

Asante Kotoko will be returning to their home ground with a confident stride, having beaten their rivals 3-2 in the first fixture back in December 2023.