Asante Kotoko is gearing up to face Kwara United in the preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup, with the first leg scheduled for Sunday at the Accra Sports Stadium in Ghana. The team’s head coach, Karim Zito, has expressed his determination to build on their recent league performance, where they secured a win against Berekum Chelsea.

In preparation for the upcoming match, Zito revealed that his team has been working to address the lapses noticed in their previous game. “The preparation is good, and we are fighting to polish our performance from the win against Berekum Chelsea before meeting Kwara United,” he stated in a pre-match interview. This focus on improvement is crucial as the team seeks to make a strong impression in the continental competition.

The CAF Confederation Cup is a prestigious tournament that brings together top teams from across Africa. Kwara United, the Nigerian side, last featured in the competition in 2023 and will be looking to make a mark this time around. The return leg of the preliminary round is set to take place a week after the first leg, at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Kuto.

Asante Kotoko’s recent win in the Ghanaian league has provided a boost to the team’s morale, and they will be looking to carry this momentum into the CAF Confederation Cup. With the first leg taking place on home soil, the team will be hoping to secure a positive result before traveling to Nigeria for the return leg.

The match against Kwara United is an important one for Asante Kotoko, as it marks their entry into the continental competition. A strong performance will be essential if the team is to advance to the next round. With their preparations underway, Asante Kotoko is poised to take on the challenge posed by Kwara United and make a notable impression in the CAF Confederation Cup.