We Reserve Our Rights to Boycott US Game- Kotoko
Asante Kotoko Sporting Club say they reserve all rights to boycott their scheduled game against the United States of America (USA)’s top-tier club, DC United in the Capital City Africa Cup if all things do not go as they have been assured.
The participation of the club lies in balance as only seven players alongside the technical team have secured visas to enter America for the game scheduled for October 12 at the Audi Field in Washington DC.
In a statement issued by the club, it disclosed that the organizers had assured that the outstanding visas will be secured by Thursday night, October 10, 2024.
If that is anything to go by, it means the remaining players will travel to the US on Friday, October 11.
“While we remain hopeful that all matters will be resolved promptly, it is important to note that our continued participation depends on the successful fulfilment of the organizers’ assurances, and a total boycott from the match, should we be unsuccessful in securing visas for the rest of the contingent. The management will act in the best interests of Asante Kotoko SC, and any decisions made will reflect our commitment to upholding the values and integrity of the club.”
Among the players who have been granted visas are Mohammed Camara, Abdulhamid Esmat, Justice Blay, Samba O’Neil, Emmanuel Antwi, Elvis Kyei Baffour, and Abdulrahman Yoouef Yagoub.
These players alongside assistant coach David Ocloo, goalkeeper’s coach Najahu Issah, and team manager Henry Ohene Brenya, will depart Ghana today, it noted.
“This contingent will be led by head coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum, ensuring that initial preparations for the tournament can proceed. We are anticipating that the next group of players and officials will join them by Friday if the organizers fulfil their commitments.”
Source: opemsuo.com/Hajara Fuseini
