Karim Zito and Wilfred Dormon will take centre stage on Friday when Asante Kotoko host Dreams FC at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in a crucial Week 14 fixture of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League.
Karim Zito, head coach of Asante Kotoko, comes up against his former club and a coach he mentored for years, as the Porcupine Warriors look to end a four-game winless run that has slowed their title push. Kotoko head into the match under pressure after a narrow loss to Hohoe United left them five points behind the league leaders.
Despite recent struggles, Kotoko draw confidence from their strong home form. They remain unbeaten in six league matches at the Baba Yara Stadium this season and will be keen to protect that record as they chase a return to winning ways.
Dreams FC, led by Wilfred Dormon, arrive in Kumasi after a morale-boosting win over Bechem United. However, their poor away record remains a major concern, with no victories on the road in six attempts this season. History also favours Kotoko, as Dreams FC have managed just one win in Kumasi since 2020.
Recent meetings between the two sides suggest a closely contested rivalry. In six encounters, Dreams FC have recorded three wins, while Kotoko have won twice, with one draw. Their last clash ended in a dominant 4-1 victory for Kotoko in May 2025.
Kotoko sit fifth on the league table with 21 points from 13 matches, having scored 14 goals and conceded nine. Dreams FC are 14th with 14 points from the same number of games, scoring 13 goals and conceding 15.
Friday’s encounter presents a key moment for both coaches, with Kotoko aiming to revive their campaign and Dreams FC seeking a rare away breakthrough.
