Hearts of Oak coach Seth Hoffman concedes defeat to Asante Kotoko

Hearts of Oak coach Seth Hoffman is confident his side will bounce back strongly next week against Asante Kotoko in the return leg of the Double Super Clash.

The Phobians suffered a 2-0 defeat at the Baba Yara on Sunday in the first leg clash but played greater partof the second half with ten men.

Defender Robert Sowah was sent off in the 58th minute after accumulating yellow cards.

"We take it in good faith that we have lost and go back to prepare next week," Hoffman told StarTimes in a post-match interview.

"We know in football it is three things, you win, you draw or you lose but not in Hearts and Kotoko matches. They supporters always want a win so we are returning next week so by faith we will win.

"I entreat the supporters to return and support us because we will win."