Mariano Baretto's Kotoko debut delayed and this is the reason why

The new Kumasi Asante Kotoko coach was expected to make his debut for the Porcupine Warriors today.

However, in a report by Ghanasoccer.net, he will not be on the touchline against Eleven Wonders due to issues on his work permit.

In his absence, Johnson Smith and Abdulai Gazelle will take charge of their first match in the second round of the season.

The Ghana Premier League giants officially announced the appointment of the Portuguese tactician on Friday, March 26, 2021.

Baretto will succeed Abdul Gazale as the club’s new head coach after the latter assumed the reins in February.

The 64-year-old becomes the fourth man to coach Kotoko this season after Maxwell Konadu was sacked and Johnson Smith also handled the team on an interim basis at some point.