We must improve our goal scoring – Interim Kotoko coach Hamza Obeng

Interim Asante Kotoko coach Hamza Obeng has challenged his forwards to become more clinical in front of goal as the Porcupine Warriors seek to improve their attacking output in the Ghana Premier League.

Kotoko’s attacking trio of Isaac Opoku, Emmanuel Mamah, and Solomon Nsoh have scored a combined five goals after seven league matches, a return Obeng believes must improve if the club are to meet expectations this season.

Speaking after Kotoko’s 1-1 draw against AshantiGold 04 at the Len Clay Stadium on Sunday, Obeng acknowledged progress in the team’s attacking play but stressed that converting chances into goals remains the priority.

“Much better, but they need to improve more because that’s their hallmark. The only thing we need from them is for them to put the ball in the back of the net,” he said.

The coach pointed to the work of Kotoko’s midfielders in creating opportunities for the forwards, insisting that the attackers must take greater responsibility for making those chances count.

He urged them to show patience and composure in the final third rather than waste promising openings.

“The midfielders are able to create the chances in the final third, and the only thing we need from them is to exercise patience, have composure in the attacking third and put the ball at the net,” he added.

Kotoko currently sit eighth in the league table and will be eager to return to winning ways when they host Medeama SC at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday.

The Matchday Nine fixture is scheduled to kick off at 15:00 GMT.