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Real Tamale United (RTU) have taken a decisive step in preparing for the upcoming 2023/24 Ghana Premier League (GPL) season by introducing their revamped technical team.

Heading the new lineup is coach Abdullai Mumin, a familiar face at the club since the previous season.

Supporting Mumin will be coach Alhassan Iddi Manzah, whose expertise is poised to further strengthen the side’s coaching arsenal.

The Team Manager role has been entrusted to former Asante Kotoko striker Shilla Alhassan, bringing a wealth of experience and passion to the squad’s management.

Meanwhile, the club’s storied past will be upheld by club legend Tawfik Alolo, who takes on the responsibility of guiding the youth team.

With the goal of reclaiming their position among the league’s frontrunners and evading relegation tussles in the latter stages, RTU is determined to leave behind their 11th-place finish from the previous campaign.

The Northern Region’s cherished club will ignite their season with a highly anticipated clash against giants Accra Hearts of Oak on matchday one. The Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium in Tamale will set the stage for this captivating showdown, marking the commencement of what promises to be a thrilling journey in the GPL.

Check out the names of the newly-constituted technical team for the 2023/24 season:

HEAD COACH: Abdulai Abdul Mumin

ASSISTANT COACH: Alhassan Iddi Manzah

TEAM MANAGER: Alhassan Abdullai Shilla

PHYSIOTHERAPIST: Iddrisu Abdul Samed

YOUTH TEAM COACH: Alhassan Tawfik Alolo.

HEAD OF YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Abdul Mumuni Gamel

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Asante Kotoko striker, Steven Mukwala has emphasized that his primary objective heading into the season is to contribute to the club’s capture of the 2023/24 betPawa Ghana Premier League title and also annexing the top scorer’s award.

As stated by the Ugandan International, his aim is to aid the club in securing the domestic league championship and improve upon their performance from the previous season.

Kotoko concluded the recently concluded season in fourth place, falling short of claiming the coveted league title which was ultimately won by Medeama SC.

With coach Prosper Ogum Nartey at the helm of affairs following his return, Mukwala is confident that the coach’s expertise will benefit everyone, particularly himself, in accomplishing his goals for the upcoming season.

Mukwala also expressed his aspiration to become the leading goal scorer in the Ghana Premier League competition.

“That is my first priority this season, my main target is winning the league and still fight for the top scorer. With the character of the coach and love for the club this season we will go far. The season will be super amazing for all the porcupine fans and family,” he told Asante Kotoko TV.

When queried about setting a specific goal tally, he responded with a “no,” but quickly added that he aims to surpass his achievements from the 2022/23 campaign, during which he netted 11 goals.

“Basically, I won’t point out any figure but what I believe I will do better than I did last season I improve on myself and everything so to ensure that this season becomes a better for and Kotoko,” Mukwala added.

The Ugandan forward, who scored 11 goals for Kotoko in the previous season, emerged as the club’s top scorer.

Asante Kotoko will commence their title pursuit at the Baba Yara stadium, facing Hearts of Lion in September.

Following a successful medical examination, striker Kalo Ouattara has inked a three-year contract with Asante Kotoko, solidifying his association with the club.

The 22-year-old sensation makes the transition from Berekum Chelsea, where he effectively established himself as a pivotal goal-getter during the previous season.

Throughout his inaugural campaign in the Ghanaian top-tier league with Berekum Chelsea, he impressively tallied five goals and contributed five assists across an equivalent number of matches.

As Coach Prosper Narteh Ogum diligently works to bolster his attacking arsenal, he offered his perspective upon finalizing the agreement, stating, “Kalo is one for the future and the present. He has all the qualities to thrive at this club and at this level, and we are happy to have him here.”

With the finalities settled, Ouattara has swiftly integrated himself into the ranks of the playing squad at the ongoing pre-season camp in Beposo.

Former Berekum Chelsea defender, Henry Ansu, is brimming with joy following his successful transfer to Asante Kotoko.

The announcement came on Tuesday, August 15, when the Porcupine Warriors officially confirmed the signing of the defender on a three-year contract, acquired from fellow Ghana Premier League team Berekum Chelsea.

In their Twitter announcement, Asante Kotoko declared, “Asante Kotoko is pleased to confirm the signing of defender Ansu Henry from Berekum Chelsea.

“Henry will be with the Porcupine Warriors for the next seasons after signing the contractual agreement with the club,” Asante Kotoko said in a post on Twitter.

Reflecting on his move, Henry Ansu expressed his elation and described it as the realization of a cherished dream. He considers himself fortunate to have the opportunity to be a part of the two-time CAF Champions League-winning team.

“It’s a dream come true because this is a club that most players aspire to join as young players, and I am thrilled to be among the fortunate few,” Henry Ansu conveyed, as quoted on the official website of Asante Kotoko.

Ghanaian giants, Aduana Stars have appointed Yaw Acheampong as the new head coach for the 2023/24 league season.

Yaw Acheampong has joined Aduana Stars after fruitful discussion on Tuesday, August 15, 32023.

A club’s statement reads, “Aduana Football Club is pleased to announce Yaw Acheampong as the club’s new head coach!”

Aduana Stars have appointed Yaw Acheampong as new head coach, replacing Paa Kwesi Fabin who left the club for Legon Cities FC.

The Aduana Stars coaching job has been vacant since the departure of P aa Kwesi Fabin after the 2022/23 league season.

The former Ghana international has been deemed as the perfect tactician to continue the Aduana Stars project for the forthcoming season.

Yaw Acheampong is currently unattached after quitting his job at Eleven Wonders two years ago.

He has previously handled Medeama, Elmina Sharks, Eleven Wonders and host of other clubs.

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Serge Eric Zeze, the midfielder for Asante Kotoko, holds a positive outlook on the club’s chances of securing the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League championship.

Although the Porcupines clinched the league title two seasons ago, their title defense was unsuccessful as they lost it to Medeama SC in the 2022/23 season. Despite the challenges faced in the previous campaign, Eric Zeze, who joined Asante Kotoko in August 2022, is confident that the club will regain the league title in the upcoming 2023/24 season.

Expressing his optimism in a video shared on social media, Eric Zeze stated, “This season, Asante Kotoko will take the Ghana League and win plenty trophies”, Eric Zeze said in a video posted on social media.

During the last season, Eric Zeze played a pivotal role for Asante Kotoko, contributing significantly despite the team not securing any trophies. The Ivorian midfielder netted three goals in 24 matches for Asante Kotoko throughout the season.

Asante Kotoko has already commenced their pre-season training at Beposo Park. As part of their efforts to reinforce the squad for the upcoming league campaign, the Ghanaian football powerhouse has officially acquired three new players: Yahaya Dawuni, a former Susubiribi Sporting Club defender, Nanabayin Amoah from Venomous Vipers, and midfielder Andrews Ntim Manu. Each of these signings has been secured on a three-year deal in preparation for the 2023/24 league season.