Hearts of Oak’s new head coach, Didi Dramani, remains optimistic despite his team’s 2-1 loss to Asante Kotoko in the 2025 President’s Cup.
In his post-match interview, Coach Dramani acknowledged the defeat but highlighted the positives, praising his players’ performance and noting that the team is still in the early stages of development.
“It’s part of the industry. At a time we were controlling, we lost a key player [Osei Asibey]. They took a chance, and so we have to acknowledge that.We are in a progressive processI’m very impressed with the composition and execution.”
“There is a lot we have done, but there is a lot we have to put in. I believe we will get there with some adjustments.We love the fans so much. We want to see more of this.”
Dramani attributed the loss to a turning point in the game when Hearts of Oak lost a key player to injury, allowing Kotoko to capitalize on the opportunity.
Despite the setback, the coach expressed satisfaction with the team’s composition and execution, emphasizing that adjustments are needed to take the team to the next level.
The coach also appreciated the support of the fans, stating that the team values their enthusiasm and hopes to deliver more exciting performances in the future.
Kotoko’s victory marked their ninth President’s Cup title, solidifying their dominance in the competition.
Coach Dramani’s calm and constructive response to the defeat suggests that he is focused on building a strong foundation for the team and is committed to continuous improvement.
