FKF to probe Super Cup chaos, vows action against culprits

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FKF to probe Super Cup chaos, vows action against culprits

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Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has condemned violence, disorder and hooliganism that marred the aftermath of Sunday’s FKF Super Cup clash between Gor Mahia and Tusker at Nyayo National Stadium.

Tusker won the match 3-1 to lift the Super Cup, but celebrations were overshadowed by chaotic scenes after the final whistle, with fans invading the pitch, damage reported to stadium property and the trophy presentation disrupted. Police also deployed tear gas to disperse the crowd.

FKF has condemned the violence and disorder, warning that such incidents endanger players, journalists, officials and other members of the public.

“There is no place for violence, destruction of property, intimidation or any conduct that puts the safety of players, journalists, officials, fans, security personnel and the public at risk,” FKF said in a statement.

The Federation has also raised concern over the use of tear gas and other crowd-control measures, saying security agencies must exercise restraint, professionalism and act in accordance with the law.

FKF says it will work with relevant authorities and football stakeholders to establish the circumstances surrounding the incidents and identify those responsible for violence or misconduct.

The Federation says anyone found to have breached FKF regulations or the law — whether a fan, club official, steward or security officer — should face appropriate action, subject to due process.

FKF says it will review available match footage, reports from match officials and accounts from other stakeholders as part of the process.

“The Federation will work with the relevant authorities and football stakeholders to establish the circumstances surrounding the incidents and pursue those found responsible for acts of violence or misconduct. Any individual found to have breached FKF regulations or the law, whether a fan, club official, steward or security officer, should face appropriate action in accordance with due process,” the statement added.

The Federation has called on fans, security agencies and all football stakeholders to uphold discipline and ensure football matches remain safe and welcoming spaces for everyone.

FKF says it remains committed to protecting the integrity of the game and ensuring that no one is above accountability.

Meanwhile, the Sports Journalists ssociation of Kenya (SJAK) has condemned the alleged assault of three accredited sports journalists — Brandon Asiema, Hesbon Nyamari Osugo and Gad Isaac — by police officers while covering the FKF Super Cup match.

The association is demanding an immediate investigation into the incident and an urgent meeting involving the National Police Service, FKF, the Media Council of Kenya and media representatives to establish clear safety protocols for journalists covering sporting events.

SJAK has also warned that failure to guarantee the safety of media workers could lead to a total boycott of FKF-organised matches and events by sports journalists, photographers and broadcast crews.

Reporting originally appeared via Citizen Digital. Read the full source for additional context.