Asante Kotoko: David Ocloo calls for more time after four consecutive defeat

Asante Kotoko assistant coach, David Ocloo says the team will need some time to turn things around following their poor start in the second half of the season.

His comments come after the Porcupine Warriors' fourth consecutive league defeat against Nations FC at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday.

The defeat did not only see Kotoko slip to ninth but was their worst-ever run in the competition in 14 years.

Ocloo who remains confident in bouncing back believes the situation is difficult and may need some time to get things working again.

“I think we need some time, it [the results] will come. They should forgive us for such a result and they should keep supporting us and we will not disappoint them. It’s not over yet. This is the time we need them the most so they shouldn’t neglect us. They should be with us and we will turn things around.”

Ocloo was however satisfied with the performance of the team indicating that the players heeded instructions but were unlucky to get a goal.

“It was a very difficult game. A very difficult situation. I think today our boys came to the party. We were well-organised, and disciplined and they played according to our system and structure. Within the system it was nice but it’s unfortunate we didn’t get the needed goal.

“It’s true [that luck has deserted Kotoko] but I think with more hard work we will get that luck back,” he added.

• What next?

Asante Kotoko will hope to return to winning ways when they travel to play Bechem United in the Matchday 24 games at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park.