Asante Kotoko vs Aduana Stars: GPL Round 4 Preview

Asante Kotoko vs Aduana Stars is one of the biggest games of round 4 in the Ghana Premier League. It takes place at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi on Sunday 27 September 2026, with kick-off at 15:00 GMT. Kotoko are unbeaten, while Aduana have won once in three.

When and where is Asante Kotoko vs Aduana Stars?

The match is on Sunday 27 September 2026 at 15:00 GMT. API-Football lists the venue as the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi. It is one of eight round 4 matches scheduled for Sunday.

Fans can follow every score on our live scores page. Afterwards, the result will appear on the Ghana Premier League results page.

How have Asante Kotoko started the season?

Asante Kotoko have 5 points from three games and sit fourth. They drew 2-2 away to Debibi United in round 1, then beat Heart of Lions 2-1 in round 2. Round 3 ended 1-1 away to Samartex.

As a result, the Porcupine Warriors are still unbeaten. However, they have scored 5 and conceded 4, so they have not kept a clean sheet yet.

How have Aduana Stars started the season?

Aduana have 4 points and sit ninth. They opened with a 0-0 draw away to Heart of Lions, then lost 1-0 at home to Samartex. After that, they beat Karela United 2-1 in round 3.

Notably, Aduana scored no goals in their first two games, so the two-goal display in round 3 is encouraging. Even so, this is a much tougher trip.

What does the head-to-head say?

The last three meetings all ended level: a 1-1 league draw in November 2025, a 0-0 cup draw in February 2026 and a 0-0 league draw in March 2026. Before those, Kotoko won 1-0 at home in April 2025 and 2-0 away in November 2024.

Therefore, goals have been scarce lately. On the other hand, Kotoko have scored in all three of their league games this season, which suggests a different pattern.

What should fans watch for?

Watch the midfield battle in Kumasi. Aduana have tended to sit compact in this fixture, and Kotoko have struggled to break them down. In addition, Kotoko have avoided defeat in all three league games so far. Consequently, a low-scoring afternoon is possible, though not certain.

How do the home and away records compare?

Asante Kotoko have the better venue record, averaging 3.0 points per game at home against 1.0 for Aduana Stars away. Asante Kotoko have won 1, drawn 0 and lost 0 of their 1 league game at home, scoring 2 and conceding 1. In contrast, Aduana Stars have won 0, drawn 1 and lost 0 of their 1 league game away from home, scoring 0 and conceding 0. With so few games played, these splits are small samples, so we treat them as a guide rather than a rule.

Which side is harder to score against?

Aduana Stars have been harder to beat, conceding 0.7 goals per game against 1.3 for Asante Kotoko. Asante Kotoko have not kept a clean sheet and have scored in every game. Aduana Stars have kept 1 clean sheet and have failed to score in 2 of 3 games. Therefore, the first goal could shape the game.

When do the goals come?

The pattern varies by club, and the samples are small. API-Football records the minute for most goals, and we call those timed goals. Asante Kotoko have scored their 4 timed goals across several periods, and have conceded their 3 timed goals across several periods. By contrast, Aduana Stars have scored 1 timed goal in each of the last 15 minutes of the first half and the final quarter of an hour, and have conceded 1 timed goal in each of the first quarter-hour after the break and the final quarter of an hour. Watching these periods helps to read the game, because a side can lose control quickly in its weakest spell.

Is there any team news?

API-Football lists no injuries or suspensions for either club, so we cannot confirm any absentees. Official line-ups are only confirmed on match day. Consequently, treat any predicted team as unconfirmed until the teams are announced. Our live scores page follows the game once it starts.

Which numbers matter most?

Kotoko have scored 5 and conceded 4, so their games have had goals. In contrast, Aduana have scored 2 and conceded 2. However, only two of the last six league and cup meetings produced more than one goal for either side. Therefore, expect a tense afternoon.

What is at stake in the table?

A Kotoko win would take them to 8 points and near the top. Meanwhile, an Aduana win would lift them to 7. Right now, seven clubs are on 4 points, so this result matters for both. Follow the live positions on the Ghana Premier League table and check the full round on the Ghana Premier League fixtures page.

Also in round 4: Ashanti Gold vs Debibi United and Bechem United vs Dreams FC.

Frequently asked questions

What time is Asante Kotoko vs Aduana Stars?

Kick-off is at 15:00 GMT on Sunday 27 September 2026.

Where is Asante Kotoko vs Aduana Stars being played?

The match is at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi, according to API-Football.

Are Asante Kotoko unbeaten this season?

Yes. They have drawn twice and won once in their first three league games, for 5 points.