Asante Kotoko SC striker, Steven Mukwala, has spoken about the positive competition between him and fellow striker, Kalo Ouattara, in the team in the lead-up to their league game this weekend.
Mukwala shared his thoughts during an interview with Kotoko’s official media channel ahead of their forthcoming Ghana Premier League match against Bechem United on Sunday, October 29, which will be hosted at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
Mukwala underlined the healthy rivalry between them and how it contributes to the team’s success. He emphasized that if one of them is not in peak form, the other is prepared to step up and contribute to the team.
“He is an amazing striker as well. A team always benefits from healthy competition, and I believe our competition is indeed healthy,” he explained.
“If I’m not in good shape, he is ready to step up for the team. Similarly, if he’s not in good form, I believe I can fulfill that role. So, essentially, it has been a beneficial and constructive competition.”
As they prepare for the upcoming match, Kotoko currently occupies the seventh position in the league standings, while Bechem is in the 13th spot among the 18 teams in the league.
The Ugandan international scored 11 goals in 31 appearances for the Porcupine Warriors last season, but he is yet to find the net this campaign. Meanwhile, Ouattara, the Ivorian striker, has already netted three goals in five matches this season.
