Former Ghana international defender Samuel Osei Kuffour has boldly tipped Asante Kotoko to win the Ghana Premier League title this season, insisting he is confident enough to put money behind his prediction.
Kuffour, a former Kotoko player and one of Ghana’s most decorated defenders, made the prediction while discussing the club’s prospects for the campaign.
Some fans were quick to challenge his confidence, with one proposing a GHS 10,000 bet over Kotoko’s title chances.
However, Kuffour showed he was willing to raise the stakes significantly.
“Let’s make it $5,000. I guarantee you Kotoko will win the league,” he responded.
His emphatic declaration has added an intriguing dimension to the ongoing league campaign, with Kotoko now carrying the weight of expectation from one of the club’s most celebrated former players.
Kuffour’s prediction is likely to generate further debate among supporters, particularly given the competitive nature of the Ghana Premier League and the challenges involved in securing the title over a full season.