Asante Kotoko Sporting Club have sacked head coach Abdul Karim Zito and his technical team following the club’s disappointing exit from the 2025/26 MTN FA Cup.

The Porcupine Warriors were eliminated by Aduana FC on penalties (4–2) in a round of 16 tie at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on Sunday, February 8, after a goalless draw in regulation time.

Kotoko dominated portions of the match but failed to break down Aduana’s defence and missed key opportunities.

The loss means the defending FA Cup champions will not progress to the quarterfinals, compounding frustrations among supporters and officials alike.

The decision to relieve Zito of his duties comes amid a tough run of form in domestic competitions and heightened pressure on the coaching staff following inconsistent results in the Ghana Premier League.

Kotoko’s Interim Management Committee is expected to announce a replacement ahead of the club’s next league fixture, as the Porcupine Warriors look to arrest their slide and salvage their season.