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MTN FA Cup: Aduana Stars Eliminate Asante From Competition

Aduana Stars have knocked Asante Kotoko out of the MTN FA Cup following a 1-0 victory in a closely fought match at the Nana Agyemang Badu II Park on Sunday.

The results means the Ogya Boys have booked their place in the quarter-finals of the competition at the expense of the Porcupine Warriors.

The first half ended in a goalless draw as both sides failed to convert the few chances that came their way.

Aduana came into the second period looking more purposeful and was awarded a penalty in the 57th minute when former Hearts of Oak defender Mohammed Alhassan brought down a player inside the box.

However, Aduana were awarded a penalty in the 57th minute when Mohammed Alhassan brought down an Aduana player in the box.

Sam Adams stepped up and dispatched the resulting penalty with a well composed finish to hand Aduana the lead.

Asante Kotoko failed to rally themselves back into the contest as the betPawa Premier League leaders held on to secure their place in the next round.

Elsewhere at the El-Wak Stadium Legon Cities won 4-3 via penalty shootout following1-1 in regulation time while Heart of Lions lost 2-1 to Skyy FC at Kpando Park.

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