Asante Kotoko lose first pre-season friendly in Dubai

Asante Kotoko lost their opening preseason friendly in Dubai against Al Hilal United on Thursday morning.

Defender, Christopher Nettey’s, second half own goal, condemned the Porcupine Warriors to a disappointing 1-0 defeat against the third tier UAE side.

Head Coach, Prosper Nartey Ogum gave outings to a number of new boys including Richard Boadu, Clinton Opoku and Dickson Afoakwa.

The game also featured regulars, Fabio Gama, Razak Abalora, Christopher Nettey and captain Ismail Ganiyu.

Kotoko are a week into their two week preseason tour of Dubai, geared towards preparing the team ahead of the start of the Ghana Premier League on October 29.