Asante Kotoko, the revered giants of Ghanaian football, faced a disappointing exit from this season's MTN FA Cup, succumbing to a 2-0 defeat against Karela United in the Round of 16 stage of the domestic tournament.

The clash unfolded at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium, generating anticipation among fans eager to witness the showdown between these two Premier League powerhouses.

From the outset, both Karela United and Asante Kotoko displayed commendable performances during a fiercely contested first half. 

Despite their efforts, neither side managed to breach the opponent's defense and open the scoring.

The deadlock was broken moments into the second half when Solomon Aboagye scored a clinical goal, propelling Karela United into the lead and sparking celebrations among their supporters.

Undeterred, Asante Kotoko launched relentless assaults in pursuit of an equalizer, creating numerous scoring opportunities to overturn the match. 

However, their efforts were thwarted by a resilient Karela United defense and an unwavering goalkeeper.

As the clock approached the 65th minute, Karela United dealt a significant blow to Asante Kotoko's aspirations. Giyas unleashed a spectacular shot, extending their lead and solidifying their advantage.

Despite a valiant effort from Asante Kotoko in the dying minutes, they were unable to breach Karela United's defense and alter the course of the match.

With the final whistle, Asante Kotoko faced the bitter reality of elimination from the competition. 

In contrast, Karela United celebrated a decisive 2-0 victory, securing their place in the quarter-finals of the MTN FA Cup