On 11 December 1983 (Exactly 35 years ago) Kumasi Asante Kotoko defeated Al Ahly of Egypt by a lone goal to clinch the Africa Clubs Champions Cup.
Kotoko had drawn the first leg by goalless and thus won 1-0 on aggregate.
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History: Kotoko beat Al Ahly to win CAF Champions League
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Source: Yen.com.gh
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