Kotoko gaffer, Charles Akonnor says his side’s defensive errors was the bane of their elimination from the CAF Confederation Cup.

The Porcupine Warriors failed to beat Zesco United in the final game of the group stage to seal their qualification to the quarterfinals of the competition.

However, two defensive blunders in the second stanza of the match cost them dearly after Stephen Nyarko had shot them into the lead on the stroke of half time.

Speaking to the press, the former Black Stars skipper, pinpointed that script could have been written differently had they defended better.

“The goals we conceded since we started this campaign has been a major problem and it has affected us. Honestly, we’ve lost bitterly but I must say I’m proud of the boys.”

“Today is the end of the journey and hopefully we’ll learn from this campaign and comeback strong come back

oko conceded eight goals in six games to finish 3rd on the Group C standings with seven points.

Sudanese side Al Hilal topped the Group and were joined by Nkana FC.