Asante Kotoko SC — Ghana Premier League club that finished 10th in 2025/26 season, involved in the May 9, 2001 stadium disaster.
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The Ghanaian Times
… According to the FA system, “Several clubs have already embraced the initiative and commenced implementation, including WAFA SC, Asante Kotoko SC, Basake Holy Stars FC, FC Samartex 1996, Ridge City Ladies FC and Epiphany Warriors FC, demonstrating their commitment to structured p …
GFA engages GPL, DOL,WPL clubs on integration of youth teamsJoy Online
… One of the standout fixtures on the opening weekend will see newly promoted Debibi United FC mark their historic debut in the Ghana Premier League with a glamorous home encounter against Asante Kotoko SC. …
Ghana Premier League 2026-27 season fixtures releasedThe Ghanaian Times
Asante Kotoko SC has apologised to its supporters after ending the 2025/2026 Ghana Premier League season in 8th place. …
Asante Kotoko apologises to supporters after finishing 8th in Premier LeagueJoy Online
Asante Kotoko SC ended their 2025/26 Ghana Premier League campaign with a 2-1 defeat to Swedru All Blacks on the final day of the season at the Baba Yara Stadium to cap off a disappointing finish. …
GPL 2025/26: Swedru All Blacks stun Kotoko in dramatic final-day comebackJoy Online
… Using Asante Kotoko SC as an example, he explained that where clubs secure sponsorship packages, a percentage would be allocated to the Fund to support national sports development, while the clubs themselves would continue to benefit substantially from the sponsorship arrangement …
Ghana Sports Fund engages stakeholders on revenue mobilisation, transparency and sustainable sports financingJoy Online
… The donations coincided with the 25th anniversary of the tragic stampede, which occurred during a football match between rivals Accra Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC on May 9, 2001. …
May 9, 2026: GBfoods donates to support 25th anniversary commemorationJoy Online
… The donation formed part of activities commemorating the 25th anniversary of the tragedy, which occurred during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC at the Accra Sports Stadium. …
Interplast supports activities marking 25th anniversary of May 9 Stadium DisasterJoy Online
… The donation formed part of activities marking the 25th anniversary of the tragedy, which occurred during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC at the Accra Sports Stadium. …
SUNDA International supports activities marking 25th anniversary of May 9 Stadium DisasterJoy Online
… The gesture formed part of activities marking the 25th anniversary of the tragic May 9, 2001 stadium stampede, which occurred during a football match between rivals Accra Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC at the Accra Sports Stadium. …
KIVO supports 25th anniversary of May 9 Stadium DisasterJoy Online
… The tragedy occurred during a league match between Asante Kotoko SC and Accra Hearts of Oak SC. …
Otumfuo welcomes May 9 Foundation delegation, children benefiting from heart surgeriesThe Ghana Football Association has engaged GPL, Division One League, and Women's Premier League clubs to strengthen youth development and clarify a registration framework that allows eligible youth players to be registered under their mother clubs while remaining eligible to represent their youth teams in respective competitions.
5 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Football Association has engaged GPL, Division One League, and Women's Premier League clubs to strengthen youth development and clarify a registration framework that allows eligible youth players to be registered under their mother clubs while remaining eligible to represent their youth teams in respective competitions.
5 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Football Association has unveiled the 2026-27 Ghana Premier League fixtures, featuring reigning champions Medeama SC opening with an away trip to Dreams FC, newly promoted Debibi United FC making their debut at home against Asante Kotoko SC, and confirmed dates for the Super Clash between Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Asante Kotoko SC has apologised to supporters after ending the 2025/2026 Ghana Premier League season in 8th place, describing the performance as disappointing and below the club's standards. The Board stated that decisive measures would be taken to rebuild a stronger squad for next season.
25 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Asante Kotoko SC ended their 2025/26 Ghana Premier League campaign with a 2-1 defeat to Swedru All Blacks on the final day, finishing 10th with 46 points while the All Blacks finished 11th with 45 points. Kotoko surrendered a first-half lead as All Blacks staged a second-half comeback.
24 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Officials of the Ghana Sports Fund are conducting stakeholder engagements to build support for a new sustainable financing model for sports development, focusing on revenue mobilisation, accountability, and implementation strategies. The administrator stated the strategy for this year would prioritise dialogue and partnership rather than aggressive enforcement of the newly operational law.
19 May 2026 · Joy Online →
GBfoods has donated cash and food items through the May 9 Charity Foundation to support families of victims of the May 9, 2001 Accra Sports Stadium disaster, which claimed more than 126 lives during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC. The donation coincided with the 25th anniversary of the tragedy, which remains one of the deadliest in African football history.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Interplast has donated items through the May 9 Foundation to support families affected by the May 9, 2001 Accra Sports Stadium disaster, which killed more than 126 people during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC. The Foundation, established after the tragedy, has undertaken support programmes including assistance for victims' families, flood and gas explosion victims, and medical interventions for children with hole-in-heart disease.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Sunda International has donated assorted household products through the May 9 Foundation to support families affected by the May 9, 2001 Accra Sports Stadium disaster, which claimed more than 126 lives during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC. The donation marked the 25th anniversary of the tragedy, one of the deadliest incidents in African football history.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
KIVO has donated through the May 9 Foundation to support families affected by the Accra Sports Stadium stampede on May 9, 2001, which killed more than 126 people during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko. The donation marked the 25th anniversary of the disaster, which remains Africa's worst sports tragedy.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The Asantehene welcomed members of the May 9 Foundation and children who have undergone successful heart surgeries at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, as part of the 25th anniversary of the May 9, 2001 Accra Sports Stadium disaster. According to the foundation, 117 children have undergone successful surgeries over the past two years.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Medeama SC defeated Bibiani Gold Stars FC 2-0 at home with Salim Adams scoring twice, extending their league lead to five points with four matches remaining. Hearts of Oak secured a 1-0 away victory over Nations FC to keep their top-three hopes alive.
5 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Medeama SC defeated Bibiani Gold Stars 2-0 with a brace from Salim Adams, extending their Premier League lead to five points with four matches remaining. Accra Hearts of Oak won 1-0 away over Nations FC to keep their top-three ambitions alive, while Karela United snatched a 2-1 victory over Young Apostles in stoppage time.
4 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Dreams FC defeated Asante Kotoko SC 2-0 on Matchday 31 of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League, with goals from Oumar Nafal and Ebenezer Adade. Kotoko's away form continued to suffer despite attempts to mount a comeback.
3 May 2026 · Joy Online →