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Kotoko demand fair officiating in Top Four League
Kumasi, May 22, GNA – Mr Kwame Boafo, a Management Member of
Kumasi Asante Kotoko Football Club has called for fair
officiating in the upcoming GHALCA Top Four League in the
face of what he alleged was the consistent bias officiating
against Kotoko over the years in such competitions.
“What we demand of our referees is that they should exhibit
a high level of professionalism in the discharge of their
duties when the tournament starts to ensure its success,” he
said.
Mr Boafo made the call when he assessed the chances of
Kotoko in the Top Four League in an interview with newsmen
in Kumasi on Monday.
The Kotoko Management Member said much as the league served
as an important exercise for Ghanaian clubs’ preparation
towards major competitions, there was the need to strive for
excellence in all departments of its organisation.
Whilst predicting total victory for Kotoko in the Top Four,
he appealed to supporters to rally solidly behind the team
even in times of difficulty.
Mr Boafo lambasted some supporters and “serial callers” for
fomenting trouble in the team by sowing seeds of discord
among management members.
“As a result of this negative practice even a simple
misunderstanding among management members on some issues is
misinterpreted by these callers and supporters to be
division in our ranks,” he remarked.
He said it was about time supporters refrained from peddling
unsubstantiated allegations about management members since
such practices tarnished their hard won reputation.
On the management’s meeting with Otumfuo Osei Tutu II,
Asantehene, held at the weekend, Mr Boafo indicated that the
meeting had enriched their focus.
He commended the owner and spiritual leader of Kotoko for
his advice and commitment towards the development of the
club.
The management member stated that the meeting, which was
held behind closed doors, had taught them many lessons about
strategizing for the future.
Mr Boafo urged supporters of the club to support development
projects initiated by management in the overall interest of
the club.
GNA
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