Abdul Karim Zito has drawn the curtain on his time in the Asante Kotoko dugout, stepping away from the head coach role with a quiet sense of accomplishment rather than regret.
The former Porcupine Warriors boss confirmed that his exit followed internal consultations with club officials, but insists the decision has not dimmed his pride in what he achieved during a short yet highly productive tenure in Kumasi.
Speaking on Asempa FM, Zito made it clear that he departs without bitterness, confident his contribution to the club’s recent history stands tall:
“I resigned from my position following a meeting with management, but I am a happy man. I remain a legend of the club.”
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Zito’s time at Kotoko was brief on the calendar but heavy on impact. Since taking charge last year, he guided the Reds through 37 competitive outings, picking up 19 victories, 11 draws and only seven defeats.
Beyond the results, his side developed a reputation for organisation and grit, keeping 19 clean sheets, conceding just 31 goals, and finding the net 50 times at the other end.
Silverware became the defining feature of his reign. Kotoko lifted four trophies under his watch, the MTN FA Cup, the Super Cup, the Toyota Cup in South Africa and the President’s Cup, a haul that has placed his spell among the club’s most successful periods in recent memory.
The veteran coach also reserved special praise for the supporters, whose backing he says fuelled the team’s push for honours across multiple competitions.
“I want to thank Asante Kotoko supporters for their support. I coached the club for barely one year and was able to win four trophies for the team,” he said.
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With his departure, Kotoko close the book on a chapter defined by structure, discipline and tangible success, a period Zito believes will continue to echo around the Baba Yara Stadium long after his exit.
