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Addressing football hooliganism in FKF Premier League and emphasizing the need for balanced measures beyond point deductions to deter fan misbehavior.
Hooliganism is rearing its ugly head once again in the Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) if what was witnessed at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani and Ulinzi Sports Centre are anything to go by.
The recent clashes between fans and authorities in matches involving top Kenyan clubs like Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards have raised concerns about the need for immediate action to curb such unruly behavior.
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The Harambee Stars defender had a solid individual display but could not do much to prevent his side losing their second game in a row late in the game ahead of the international break.
On a fateful Saturday, Gor Mahia fans clashed with police following their match against Murang'a Seal.
Chaos initially erupted when an irate Gor Mahia supporter stormed onto the pitch with the intention of attacking the referee, claiming poor officiating.
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The contentious decisions made by the officials on that day, including a controversial offside call, fueled frustration among the fans.
The controversial goal scored by Benson Omala sparked outrage as the goalkeeper's parry rebounded to Omala, who netted it before being flagged offside.
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09:20 - 12.11.2023
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In response to the controversial officiating, fans started uprooting seats and hurling them onto the pitch leading to the deployment of tear gas and rubber bullets by the police.
At Ulinzi Sports Complex, AFC Leopards fans were also involved in altercations during their game against Posta Rangers.
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17:29 - 11.11.2023
FKF Clinical Bandari punish youthful Kariobangi Sharks with ruthless second half display
Bandari's ruthless finishing in the second half was enough to give them all the three points at Kariobangi Sharks' expense at the Kasarani Annex on Saturday.
They demanded a late penalty, contested Brian Marita's equalizer, and believed that Posta Rangers' Jackson Macharia should have been booked for a dangerous challenge.
The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) must take decisive action against clubs and their unruly fans to deter future trouble.
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10:15 - 12.11.2023
FKFPL Murang’a Seal boss Gabriel Njoroge: It is not news that Gor Mahia fans always cause chaos
The Murang’a Seal coach has described Gor Mahia as a “yesteryear club” whose fans behaved in a very inappropriate manner by attacking his “young” charges.
Docking points is one potential solution that deserves consideration.
While banning or suspending fans and officials may seem like an alternative, history has shown that it often falls short in curbing such behavior.
The idea of deducting points was proposed several years ago and still holds merit today.
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08:20 - 12.11.2023
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Fans are likely to be more cautious when their actions directly impact their beloved clubs. The threat of point deductions sends a clear message that hooliganism will not be tolerated.
FKF also needs to explore effective methods of identifying and banning unruly fans from stadiums.
Authorities should emphasize that there are proper channels for lodging complaints and addressing grievances.
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07:50 - 12.11.2023
FOOTBALL CS Owalo pledges to actualise dream of Gor Mahia's own stadium and clubhouse after delivering bus
Gor Mahia have been challenged to show great ambition by ensuring they have a stadium and clubhouse after being gifted a new team bus by ICT Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo
Additionally, FKF must address the incidents involving Gor Mahia and its fans after the clash with Shabana.
Swift and decisive action is essential to maintain the integrity of Kenyan football. Failure to do so could further erode public trust and discourage families from attending matches due to safety concerns.
Education and awareness campaigns can also play a crucial role in preventing hooliganism. Clubs, alongside FKF, should collaborate to promote sportsmanship and respect among fans.
![Chaos soil Gor Mahia's clash with Murang’a Seal as police lob teargas to disperse rowdy fans [VIDEO]](https://sportal365images.com/process/smp-images-production/ringier.africa/11112023/3aa5adfd-3317-40c1-a668-fc48a130db45.jpg?operations=fit(:350))
19:38 - 11.11.2023
FKFPL Chaos soil Gor Mahia's clash with Murang’a Seal as police lob teargas to disperse rowdy fans [VIDEO]
Running battles were witnessed inside Kasarani Stadium as fans clashed with security personnel following Gor Mahia’s draw with Murang’a Seal in an FKF Premier League match.
This can include fan engagement programs, workshops, and initiatives that encourage positive behavior in stadiums.
Furthermore, clubs should take responsibility for the conduct of their supporters. They should actively discourage violence and promote a welcoming atmosphere for all fans.
Clubs that fail to control their fanbase's unruly behavior should face consequences, including fines and sanctions.
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