Rospak SC secured a convincing 2-0 victory against Nzema Kotoko in a league away match held on 16 February 2025 at 3:00 PM. The match, officiated by referee Courage Commey, showcased Rospak's tactical prowess and resilience, leading them to a well-deserved win.
Rospak SC lined up in a 4-1-3-2 formation, which allowed them to dominate the midfield while maintaining a solid defensive structure. Evans Blay took his position in goal, shielded by a back four comprising Godwin Eshun on the right, Philip Yankson and Emmanuel McCarthy in central defence, and Derrick Boahene on the left. Osman Assan played as the lone central midfielder, tasked with linking defence and attack. Ahead of him, Joseph Ntow and Memphis Boadi operated as right and left attacking midfielders respectively, while Kofi Anthony played centrally, supporting the forward duo of John Amoah and Kwabena Boakye.
The substitutes for Rospak SC included John Frimpong, Emmanuel Quarshie, Clement Essien, Peter Arhin, and Francis Havor, who were poised to make an impact should the need arise.
The match began with Rospak SC asserting their dominance early on. In the 8th minute, Kofi Anthony opened the scoring with a well-executed team move, finishing off a short pass from Joseph Ntow with his right foot. This early goal set the tone for the match, as Rospak continued to press forward.
However, the game took a turn in the 15th minute when Kwabena Boakye had to be substituted due to injury, making way for John Frimpong. This change did not disrupt Rospak's rhythm, as they maintained their attacking intent.
As the first half progressed, both teams struggled to create clear-cut chances, leading to a relatively uneventful period until the half-time whistle blew at the 45-minute mark, with Rospak leading 1-0.
The second half saw immediate tactical adjustments from Rospak, with three substitutions occurring within the first minute of the half. Emmanuel Quarshie replaced Memphis Boadi, Clement Essien came on for Derrick Boahene, and Peter Arhin took over from Godwin Eshun. These changes aimed to bolster Rospak's midfield and defensive solidity.
The match continued to be competitive, but it was Rospak who found themselves in the spotlight again in the 66th minute when Peter Arhin received a yellow card for a bad tackle, a moment that highlighted the physical nature of the contest.
Rospak's persistence paid off in the 79th minute when Emmanuel Quarshie converted a penalty, struck with his left foot, doubling the lead to 2-0. This goal effectively sealed the match for Rospak, showcasing their clinical edge in front of goal.
As the match neared its conclusion, Francis Havor was introduced in the 80th minute, replacing John Frimpong, as Rospak aimed to maintain their lead and control the game.
The final whistle confirmed Rospak SC's 2-0 victory over Nzema Kotoko, a result that underlined their strong performance and tactical execution throughout the match. Kofi Anthony's influential display earned him the accolade of Player of the Match, reflecting his crucial role in securing the win for his side.
