Asante Kotoko forward Richard Arthur has shed light on his side's approach ahead of the return leg clash against Etoile du Sahel in the Caf Champions League on September 27.
The Porcupine Warriors are hopeful of reaching the group stage of the competition for the first time in 13-years following a 2-0 home win in the first leg of the first round fixture on Sunday at the Baba Yara Stadium.
“We have to believe that with this performance shown [on Sunday], we can eliminate them," Arthur told Sportsworldghana.
"If any penalty or whatsoever comes, we trust in our goalkeeper Felix Annan to save it.
"Our main motive is to score an early goal there and avoid petty mistakes.
"Moreover, we will inculcate [Etoile's] delay tactics [exhibited on Sunday into our approach].
"I want to tell the supporters that we have qualified already."
Arthur scored his first competitive goal Kotoko in the victory over the weekend and has expressed delight afer getting on the scoresheet since joining the club in July.
"I came to Kotoko for business; not to joke, so I am hoping that this scoring feat will continue," said the 25-year-old.
“As a striker, if you work very hard on the pitch without scoring, you have done nothing so I thank God for scoring my first goal.
"Before the game, I knew I would score so I am happy upon fulfilling it."
Asante Kotoko are seeking to qualify for a second straight group stage appearance in continental football, having played in the Confederation Cup last season.