Hearts of Oak New Head Coach Kosta Papic To Play Karela Utd In First Game

Karela United will give Hearts of Oak's new head coach Kosta Papic his first test in the Ghana Premier League on Friday, December 4, 2020, when the two teams lock horns at the Accra Sports Stadium.

The experienced Serbian tactician was officially confirmed as the new head coach for the capital-based club on Tuesday, December 1, 2020, through a statement on the Twitter page of the club.

Having replaced coach Edward Nii Odoom, Kosta Papic is expected to immediately get to work to ensure the fortunes of the team turns positive ahead of Matchday 4 of the ongoing 2020/2021 Ghana Premier League.

For his first challenge, the 60-year old will face a daunting task from Karela United. The side appears to have found their rhythm and are being tipped to give the Phobians a good run for their money.

In a game that will mark the start of a second stint with Hearts of Oak, Coach Kosta Papic is aiming for victory to ensure the team climbs from the bottom of the standings of the Ghana Premier League.