The owner of Young Apostles FC, Peter Domfeh, reckons the Ghana Premier League will be 'lifeless' without giants Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak.
The two powerhouses have joined forces to condemn the stabbing of devoted Asante Kotoko fan Francis Yaw Frimpong, better known as Pooley.
The Porcupine Warriors have withdrawn from the Ghanaian top-flight, demanding justice for the slain supporter during a league match at Nsoatreman FC.
While Kotoko navigates its future involvement in the ongoing 2024-25 Premier League campaign, Young Apostles FC owner Peter Domfeh, has urged for calm. He says domestic football will be lifeless without the two most powerful clubs in the West African nation.
“Ghana Premier League will be lifeless without Kotoko and Hearts of Oak. We all thrive on them. Therefore, Kotoko shouldn't quit the league. These two clubs command a lot of fans so their absence will have a negative effect on the product." he told Kessben FM.
Kotoko and Hearts reflects the profound impact and importance of the two biggest and most successful football clubs in Ghana, have had the country's football culture and the Premier League.
They are the two most decorated and historically significant football clubs in Ghana. Their rivalry, often referred to as the "Super Clash," is the biggest match in Ghanaian football, drawing massive crowds and media attention
The excitement and competitive energy generated by their encounters keep fans deeply engaged with the league. Without them, the league would lose a major source of passion and excitement.
Both clubs have the largest fan bases in Ghana. Kotoko, with its stronghold in Kumasi, and Hearts of Oak, based in Accra, have loyal supporters across the country and beyond. Their matches bring tens of thousands of fans to stadiums, generating revenue from ticket sales, merchandise, and broadcasting rights. If these clubs were not part of the league, attendance at matches and overall interest in the competition would likely decline significantly.
Sponsors and broadcasters are particularly drawn to the Ghana Premier League because of the presence of Kotoko and Hearts of Oak. These clubs bring in the most viewership and generate significant media attention. The absence of of the two could hurt the league’s marketability and reduce the attractiveness of sponsorship deals and TV rights.
The two teams lead in player development and transfers, competitiveness, cultural and social influence and an absence would make the Premier League lose much of its appeal, competitive spirit, and cultural significance.