Asante Kotoko coach Eric Tinkler has urged the club’s supporters to get behind the Porcupine Warriors when they face a highly anticipated Democracy Cup challenge at Baba Yara Stadium on 28 August.
The South African coach believes a strong turnout could give his players extra motivation and help them produce an impressive performance in a fixture that is expected to attract significant attention.
Tinkler joined Asante Kotoko in July as part of the club’s plans to assemble a competitive team ahead of the 2026/27 football season. As preparations for the Democracy Cup continue, he is also focused on developing a close relationship between his new squad and the club’s passionate fan base.
The coach wants Baba Yara Stadium to be filled with Kotoko supporters, creating an atmosphere capable of lifting the players from the opening whistle through to the final minute.
Asante Kotoko have a large and committed following, and Tinkler sees that support as an important factor in the team’s preparations. He believes the presence of the club’s faithful can provide an additional boost in a match likely to be watched closely.
The Democracy Cup will offer Tinkler another opportunity to assess his squad after weeks of work under the new technical team. It will also allow the players to measure their progress and show how they are developing before the start of the new campaign.
For the coach, however, the game represents more than a competitive examination of his players. He sees it as a chance to strengthen the connection between the team and its supporters before the 2026/27 season begins.
Tinkler has therefore called on Asante Kotoko fans to attend the match in large numbers on 28 August and make their support clearly felt inside Baba Yara Stadium.
He believes the players can draw confidence and energy from the backing in the stands as they seek to give their supporters a performance to celebrate.
The coach’s appeal comes as anticipation builds around the Democracy Cup. His message is that Asante Kotoko must approach the fixture with unity and determination, supported by the full commitment of the club’s fans.
A packed Baba Yara Stadium would give the Porcupine Warriors an imposing setting in which to demonstrate their progress. It could also help the club build momentum as Tinkler continues shaping his squad and refining his plans for the season ahead.
