Asante Kotoko’s first team is set to resume training today, February 19, after temporarily suspending all football-related activities following the tragic death of their supporter, Francis Frimpong.
Frimpong was fatally stabbed at Nana Kronmansah Park in Nsoatre during Kotoko’s Premier League match against Nsoatreman FC, prompting the club to halt all activities in mourning.
In an official statement, the club confirmed that training would resume on Wednesday after consultations with its medical team.
“After careful consideration and consultations with our medical department, the club has been advised that our senior team should resume training from tomorrow to ensure the physical and mental well-being of our players,” the statement read.
The club, however, maintained that resuming training does not mean a return to competitive action.
“We also want to make it abundantly clear that this decision to resume training does not in any way alter our stance regarding footballing activities. Our position remains unchanged; we will not compete in any official matches until meaningful and decisive actions are taken to secure justice and protect the future of our game,” the statement added.
Last weekend, Asante Kotoko held a one-week memorial event in honour of Francis Frimpong, popularly known as Pooley, at the Baba Yara Stadium.
Meanwhile, the MTN FA Cup Round of 16 fixtures are set for this weekend, with Asante Kotoko among the scheduled teams.