Asante Kotoko head coach Prosper Narteh Ogum has expressed gratitude to his critics, saying their criticism has strengthened and made him a better coach.
Ogum was speaking following the Porcupine Warriors’ 1-1 draw with AshantiGold on Thursday, a result that secured Kotoko’s 25th Ghana Premier League title.
“Criticisms come to make us better and stronger, I accept all the constructive criticisms including disruptive ones. I want to tell all those who did that to know it has strengthened and toughened me and I can’t wait to hear more of such to make me a better person,” Ogum said.
Ogum’s side went into the game knowing that a point would be enough to secure the title with three games to spare, and they fought hard for it.
They got off to a shaky start, and the Miners took advantage, with in-form attacker Yaw Annor scoring a superb opener.
The goal came in the 10th minute, and it forced Kotoko to improve. They began to create decent opportunities, but failed to capitalise as the first half ended.
Kotoko returned from the break more determined, and they were rewarded in the 66th minute when Maxwell Agyemang headed into the net.
Kotoko held on for the draw, which confirmed their title.
Last season, they came close but fell short as Hearts of Oak won the league for the first time in over a decade.
Kotoko are deserving winners this time, having made a strong start and maintained their high level for the majority of the campaign.
They travelled to Dubai, the United Arab Emirates for pre-season, which has been praised given their spectacular run to the title.
