Fred Acheampong: Violent clashes during Nsoatreman's game against Kotoko will deter fans from stadia

Executive Council member of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Frederick Acheampong, has expressed deep concern over the violent incidents that disrupted the league match between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko. He described the situation as alarming and emphasised the need for swift action to prevent further occurrences.Frederick Acheampong has warned that such violence, which tragically led to the death of Kotoko supporter Francis Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as Pooley, could discourage fans from attending matches.Speaking to 3Sports after leading a GFA delegation to visit the bereaved family on Monday, he assured that the FA would strictly enforce the laws of the game to hold those responsible accountable.“This is a serious issue, and it will drive people away from our stadiums. Our venues should be safe enough for families to attend with their children, but if such incidents continue, how can we expect them to feel secure? The FA, along with the Ghana Police, will ensure that the law is fully applied, and anyone found guilty will face the consequences," Fred Acheampong said.Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has taken three individuals into custody in connection with the disturbances. The suspects including Ignatius Baffour Awuah, Agyemang Duah Owusu,...

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Fred Acheampong: Violent clashes during Nsoatreman's game against Kotoko will deter fans from stadia
Executive Council member of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Frederick Acheampong, has expressed deep concern over the violent incidents that disrupted the league match between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko. He described the situation as alarming and emphasised the need for swift action to prevent further occurrences.Frederick Acheampong has warned that such violence, which tragically led to the death of Kotoko supporter Francis Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as Pooley, could discourage fans from attending matches.Speaking to 3Sports after leading a GFA delegation to visit the bereaved family on Monday, he assured that the FA would strictly enforce the laws of the game to hold those responsible accountable.This is a serious issue, and it will drive people away from our stadiums. Our venues should be safe enough for families to attend with their children, but if such incidents continue, how can we expect them to feel secure? The FA, along with the Ghana Police, will ensure that the law is fully applied, and anyone found guilty will face the consequences," Fred Acheampong said.Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has taken three individuals into custody in connection with the disturbances. The suspects including Ignatius Baffour Awuah, Agyemang Duah Owusu, and Kyeremeh Joseph are currently assisting with investigations.