Karim Zito 'disappointed' as Kotoko stumble in title race

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito did not mince words in his frustration following his team's shock 0-0 draw at home to Berekum Chelsea on Sunday, a result he refuses to accept as his team's faltering title challenge took another blow.

Speaking to the media after the match, Zito expressed his bewilderment at the performance, directly attributing it to a lack of focus from his players despite intense preparation. "I'm disappointed in my boys... all this week we did a lot on finishing, finishing, finishing, but unfortunately they were not focused," Zito stated.

The draw at the Kumasi Baba Yara Sports Stadium marks a significant setback for Kotoko, who had shown promise towards the end of the first round of the Ghana Premier League season.

The result leaves the Porcupine Warriors in fourth place with 31 points from 18 matches, slipping further behind in the championship race.

Despite his clear disappointment, the experienced coach vowed that the fight is not over. "With all seriousness and honesty, I don't buy this result, but this won't disappoint me to stop fighting for the league title," Zito declared. He outlined the immediate path forward, emphasizing the critical need to improve their away form: "We have 16 matches remaining, and I think we have to go back to work and make sure we win our away games to make amends."

The club now faces a major test of character as they seek to regain momentum. With pressure mounting, all eyes will be on Zito and his squad as they prepare for their next crucial fixture away to Bibiani GoldStars, a match that could define their season's ambitions.