MTN FA Cup: Kotoko Did Nothing Better Than My Team – Berekum Chelsea Coach Samuel Boadu
After Berekum Chelsea’s elimination from the MTN FA Cup, head coach Samuel Boadu has criticized the outcome, stating that Asante Kotoko did not outperform his team. He believes the match was even and that Chelsea were unfortunate not to advance.
Top Knowledge Media by clement nhyira addai | Sports Desk
Kumasi, Ghana – Following Berekum Chelsea’s narrow exit from the 2025 MTN FA Cup, head coach Samuel Boadu has strongly defended his team’s performance, claiming that Asante Kotoko were not the better side.
Chelsea bowed out after a hard-fought match that saw Kotoko edge them with a slim 1-0 win, courtesy of a second-half strike. But speaking to the media after the game, Boadu expressed disappointment with the result, insisting his players matched Kotoko toe-to-toe in every department.
“Kotoko did nothing better than my team today,” Boadu told reporters. “We played good football, created chances, and defended well. The difference was just one moment — not superiority.”
⚽ Missed Opportunities
Berekum Chelsea created several promising opportunities in the first half but failed to capitalize. Their inability to convert chances ultimately cost them a place in the next round of the competition.
Boadu, who previously led Hearts of Oak to an FA Cup title, believes the defeat is not a reflection of his team’s quality or effort.
“We were tactically disciplined. The boys executed the game plan. Sometimes football is just cruel,” he added.
????️ Kotoko's Progress
The win sees Asante Kotoko book a place in the final of the MTN FA Cup, where they will face Golden Kick FC. Kotoko fans celebrated the result, but many agree it was a tightly contested encounter that could have gone either way.
???? What’s Next for Chelsea?
For Berekum Chelsea, the focus now shifts to the Ghana Premier League, where they aim to finish strong and build on their cup performance.
Coach Boadu called for support and patience as he continues to reshape the team since taking over as head coach earlier this year.
“We are building something solid here. Today’s result won’t define us,” he concluded.
???? Top Knowledge Insight:
Samuel Boadu’s comments reflect the fine margins that define knockout football. While Kotoko progress, Chelsea’s strong showing underlines the growing competitiveness of Ghana’s domestic scene — where no match is a walkover.
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