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Asante Kotoko head coach, Prosper Narteh Ogum has provided update on defenders, Abdul Ganiyu and Imoro Ibrahim.

Ganiyu picked up a knock during the warm-up session of Sunday’s 5-0 win over Bibiani Gold Stars at the Baba Yara Stadium and was replaced in the squad by Andrews Appau who had a descend game.

Imoro who stood in as captain, on the other hand, sustained a late injury after an impressive display on the night and was hauled off for Patrick Asmah.

In a post-match interview, Ogum stated that Ganiyu’s injury is not that serious as earlier feared and will be in action in the club’s next game against Eleven Wonders in Techiman but will wait for the Doctors’ report before he will know the extent of that of Imoro.

“Ganiyu’s injury isn’t that bad but then we had to rest him because in the warm up he complained so we thought it wise that we have an equally competent centre-back in the person of Appau so we decided that we should rest him.

“I’m not sure he will be away for long. He will play in the next game. Imoro’s injury is a bit serious but the medical team will examine him tomorrow so I’m expecting an update on him.”

Asante Kotoko currently sit on top of the league log with 46 points, 8 more ahead of second-placed Aduana Stars.

Head Coach of Accra Hearts of Oak, Samuel Boadu believes the title race is not yet over despite losing yet again in the Ghana Premier League.

The defending Champions lost 1-0 to Aduana Stars on Sunday leaving them 15 points behind league leaders Asante Kotoko.

However, Samuel Boadu who was speaking after the game is confident his side can bounce back and challenge Asante Kotoko for the title.

“The title race is not yet over.”Boadu said.

“This is football, the boys played well but were not able to convert their chances.”

The Phobians are now in 6th place on the league log with 29 points from 20 games and will take on AshantiGold in the next game.

Hearts of Oak have announced that goalkeeper Richard Attah has been treated and discharged from the hospital.

The Black Stars goalkeeper picked up an injury in his thigh and was replaced by Richmond Ayi in the 36th minute of the Premier League clash against Aduana in Dormaa earlier today.

Richard Attah was carried off the pitch on a stretcher and was rushed to the Presbyterian hospital in Dormaa.

The latest update from the club has indicated that X-rays conducted on Attah proved that there are no torn ligaments in this thigh as earlier feared. However, it is unclear whether the goalkeeper will face some time on the sidelines.

“Goalkeeper Richard Attah has been treated and discharged from the Presbyterian hospital-Dormaa. X-rays conducted on him proved that there are no torn ligaments in the thigh as earlier feared,” a post on the club’s official Twitter handled revealed.

Meanwhile, Hearts of Oak lost the game 1-0, courtesy a first half strike by Sam Adams.

Asante Kotoko on Sunday night recorded their biggest win of the season when they defeated Gold Stars 5-0 at the Baba Yara Stadium.

The Porcupines, knowing a win would protected their place at the top of the league log, led through Georges Mfegue’s striker after 31 minutes.

A slick move ended with Mfegue driving in the second in the 36th-minute from Etouga’s assist as Kotoko led 2-0 at half-time.

After the break, Asante Kotoko continued to pile pressure on Gold Stars and grabbed the 3rd in the 59th minute, a shot from Augustine Agyapong deflected off one of the Gold Stars defenders and went pass the goalkeeper.

The lead was extended in the 79th minute, Franck Etouga converted a spot-kick after the ball was handled in the box.

Asante Kotoko wrapped the game up with the 5th in the 88th minute, Samuel Boateng lobbed the ball over the on rushing goalkeeper from outside the box to cap a flawless performance that merited the emphatic scoreline for the home lads at the Baba Yara Stadium.

The victory leaves the Porcupines top the table with 44 points from 20 games, 8 points more than 2nd placed Aduana FC who defeated Hearts of Oak earlier on.

Asante Kotoko walloped Bibiani Gold Stars 5-0 to extend their lead on the log to 8 points.

A brace from Georges Mfegue, one each from Franck Etouga, Samuel Boateng and Augustine Agyapong ensured the Porcupines stay home with the maximum points.

Watch the highlights below:

Defender Augustine Agyapong has registered his name on the scoresheet to give Asante Kotoko a 3-0 lead against Bibiani Gold Stars at the Baba Yara Stadium.

The youngster picked up a quick pass from Richmond Lamptey and released a long range strike which deflected the visitors’ defender to beat goalkeeper Kusi.

The goal is Agyapong’s first of the season in 12 games.

Watch the goal below: