Kumasi Asante Kotoko marked their 83rd birthday on 31st August, 2018, two days before they face Accra Hearts of Oak and they have aimed at beating the Accra giants as a birthday present for their fans.

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Last week Sunday at the same venue, the Porcupine Warriors edged the Phobians 2-0 in the first leg.

Songne Yacouba, the Burkinabe import made all the difference in the tie as he scored both goals to hand the Kumasi giants all the three points.

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Accra Hearts of Oak who have their pride at stake are expected to gather momentum and churn out the results in the second leg of the campaign.