Former Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito has looked back on his tenure with the Porcupine Warriors with pride, describing his time at the club as both productive and fulfilling.

Speaking to Asempa FM, Zito said his decision to resign followed discussions with the club’s management.

“I resigned from my position following a meeting with management, but I am a happy man. I remain a legend of the club,” he stated.

Zito, who took charge last year, guided Kotoko through 37 competitive matches, achieving 19 wins, 11 draws, and seven losses.

His side kept 19 clean sheets, conceded 31 goals, and scored 50, while also securing four trophies: the MTN FA Cup, Super Cup, Toyota Cup in South Africa, and the President’s Cup.

Reflecting on the support from fans, he added, “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.”

Meanwhile, the club has emphasised that Zito’s exit was not the result of a sacking.

Kotoko’s Communication Director, Sarfo Duku, said the club was “not surprised” by the resignation following their FA Cup exit, a 4-2 penalty loss to Aduana FC at the Baba Yara Stadium.

“We were not surprised, because we knew that the coach wasn't happy with the performance of his team, and so it didn't come to us as a surprise at all,” Duku told Luv FM.

Asked whether the club had considered dismissing Zito, he was clear: “No, we had no plan to do that. We were to receive the details of what transpired in the course of the match. And then, of course, we have asked the necessary questions.”

Kotoko have won just once in their last five matches across all competitions, and attention now shifts to Sunday’s Super Clash against rivals Hearts of Oak at the Baba Yara Stadium.

Zito’s departure closes a chapter defined by achievement, discipline, and a legacy he believes will continue to resonate at Asante Kotoko.

He is replaced, in the interim by Prince Yaw Owusu.