GPL 2026/27: Kotoko fine assistant coach Diogo Peral over slap incident
The club confirmed the disciplinary action in a statement, describing the coach’s conduct as inconsistent with its values.
Asante Kotoko has imposed a fine on assistant coach Diogo Peral following his dismissal for striking a Medeama SC player during a Premier League match at Baba Yara Sports Stadium. The club denounced the coach's behavior as incongruent with their values, stating it contravenes the standards and principles they uphold. "The Club has imposed a fine on Coach Diogo Peral as part of its internal disciplinary measures to reaffirm its dedication to maintaining the utmost standards of discipline, professionalism, and accountability," the club explained.
Emphasizing that emotions should never hinder the professionalism and respect expected from those representing the club, Peral received a red card after allegedly assaulting Medeama player Ebenezer Adade. The Ghana Football Association has also initiated proceedings against the Portuguese coach, who has until November 4 to respond to the charge.
The result places Kotoko ninth in the league table with 13 points, prompting the team to concentrate on their upcoming match against Berekum Chelsea.
Written by urgent.news from MyJoyOnline Ghana's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
