No Room for Hooliganism: GFA Sanctions Nsoatreman with Indefinite Home Venue Ban
GFA enforces indefinite home ban following deadly fan violence; investigations underway as authorities vow to punish culprits
- GFA invokes league regulations to suspend Nsoatreman FC’s home venue after violent clashes
- Security Committee and police tasked with identifying and prosecuting offenders
- GFA warns of severe sanctions for clubs, officials, and fans involved in hooliganism
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has imposed an indefinite ban on Nsoatreman FC from using the Nana Koramansah Park as their home venue.
This decision comes in response to violent scenes during their Ghana Premier League Matchday 19 clash against Asante Kotoko, which ended in a 1-0 win for Nsoatreman but was overshadowed by chaos, injuries, and a tragic fatality.
Citing Article 14(2) of the Premier League Regulations, the GFA enforced the ban to ensure the safety of all stakeholders while investigations unfold. The association’s Security Committee, led by DCOP Lydia Donkor, along with FA Prosecutors, has been tasked with gathering all relevant evidence for submission to the Disciplinary Committee.
Additionally, the Ghana Police Service has been directed to conduct a full-scale investigation, with a mandate to identify, arrest, and prosecute those responsible for the violence.
Reaffirming its zero-tolerance stance on hooliganism, the GFA warned that severe sanctions would be meted out to any club, official, or supporter found guilty of instigating or participating in violence. Further updates on the case will be communicated in due course.
