Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak players exchanging pleasantries ahead of kick-off
Ghana Premier League (GPL) giants Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak are set to present a position paper to the Ghana Football Association, demanding swift changes in the GPL.
In a joint statement released on Thursday, January 6, 2024, both clubs noted that the paper would contain “detailed recommendations to elevate the GPL.”
“Asante Kotoko SC and Accra Hearts of Oak have jointly announced the preparation of a detailed position paper for the Ghana Football Association (GFA), emphasizing crucial recommendations to elevate the Ghana Premier League.”
The two most glamorous clubs seek to address security concerns in the league following the death of staunch Kotoko fan Nana Pooley.
“The two esteemed teams have underscored their unified dedication to tackling the pressing concern of security at match venues throughout the league. This announcement comes ahead of their anticipated engagement with the Executive Council of the GFA on Thursday, February 6, 2025.”
“According to the clubs, the tragic and unfortunate incident involving the loss of Nana Pooley, a die-hard Asante Kotoko fan, is a poignant reminder of the paramount importance of ensuring the safety of all football fans. Both Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko SC are resolute in their belief that such incidents must be prevented in the future.”
The two teams are set to meet the Ghana Football Association on Thursday, February 6, 2025, to discuss pertinent issues following Pooley’s death.
Nana Pooley was reportedly stabbed five times and succumbed to his injuries during a league game between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko on Sunday, February 2, 2025.
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🚨JOINT STATEMENT 🚨#JusticeForPooley pic.twitter.com/GOEeSkNwnC
— Asante Kotoko SC – 2X CAF CL Winners🥇 (@AsanteKotoko_SC) February 6, 2025