Helegbe inspires Kotoko to Wise win

It was not a happy return for Angelo Arkhurst Dedon to Kumasi as it was Asante Kotoko, his former side who booked their place in the semi-final of the MTN FA Cup.

The Eleven Wise coach was meeting his former side since taking up coaching, having played for Kotoko over a decade ago.

Michael Helegbe won the day for the Porcupine Warriors, inspiring Kotoko in the 2-1 win over the second-tier side after 120 minute of thrilling football at the Baba Yara Stadium.

Helegbe gave Kotoko the lead after Michael Akuffu had missed a penalty but Wise drew level through Justice Ampaw to send the game into extra time.

Four minutes into the start of the first half of extra-time, Helegbe again came to Kotoko's rescue with a beautiful lob to edge home.

But it was a nervy finish as Wise tried to push the game into penalties but Kotoko held on to reach the semis where they will face Amidaus Professionals.