This archive report was first published on 25 August 2019.
On August 25, 2019, Asante Kotoko made a statement in the CAF Champions League preliminary round, defeating Nigerian side Kano Pillars 2-0 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi.
The Ghanaian club's impressive performance marked a significant upset in the competition, as they secured progression to the next phase.
