The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has pledged Parliament’s support for Asante Kotoko’s match against D.C. United in the United States on October 12, 2024. This match is a prize for Kotoko’s win in the maiden Democracy Cup match .
D.C. United is currently 10th overall in the MLS standings, with 6 wins, 8 draws, and 11 losses . Their top scorer is Christian Benteke with 6 goals. The team has been working to improve their form and finishing, having increased their points from 27 to 40 in the previous season under Wayne Rooney’s leadership .
Asante Kotoko’s participation in the match is seen as an opportunity to promote Ghanaian football and develop the sport in the country. The Speaker emphasized football’s potential as a tool for national development and promotion, citing the United Kingdom’s successful use of the sport .
The match’s venue holds significant historical importance, and Bagbin hopes to leverage this for mutual benefits between Ghana and the US. Samuel Opoku Nti, representing Asante Kotoko, expressed gratitude for the Speaker’s initiative and assured that the team would give their best shot .
