Magical Abdul Fatawu Safiu converted a second half penalty to rescue a point Asante Kotoko against Bechem United on Sunday.

Despite taking an early lead in the first half through Owusu Achau, the Hunters couldn’t hold on to their lead as Fatawu got an equalizer in the second half.

C K Akonnor gave Collins Ameyaw his first start since his return from Berekum Chelsea, coming on for Emmanuel Gyamfi.

The hunters started the game very well and went in search of the opener while Asante Kotoko looked composed.

Kwadwo Owusu Achiau put Bechem United ahead in the 24th by calmly putting the ball at the back of the net.

Stephen Nyarko came close to restoring parity but he fired across the face of goal.

The first half ended 1-0 in favour of Bechem United

C K Akonnor introduced Emmanuel Gyamfi for Prince Acquah and Kwame Bonsu for Collins Ameyaw as he look to respond in the second half.

Kotoko started the second half on top sending a lot of balls in the opponent’s penalty box.

Their effort was finally paid off in the 77th minutes as Fatawu Abdul Safiu was brought down in the penalty box.

Fatawu Abdul Safiu stepped forward and converted an expertly taken kick to make it 1-1

Asante Kotoko huffed and puffed but couldn’t get the winner as the referee whistled for the end of the game.