A devoted Asante Kotoko supporter, Frimpong Yaw Francis, has tragically lost his life after being stabbed during violent clashes following the club’s Ghana Premier League Matchday 19 fixture against Nsoatreman FC at the Nana Koramansah Park.
The match, which ended in a narrow 1-0 defeat for Kotoko, was marred by heated confrontations both on and off the field. Tensions flared as players engaged in a physical altercation, forcing the referee to issue four red cards.
The situation deteriorated further after the final whistle when supporters from both sides clashed violently.
In a statement confirming the incident, Kotoko revealed that the fan suffered fatal injuries and was rushed to Sunyani Hospital, where he later passed away.
The club strongly condemned the violent scenes, lamenting the hostile treatment their players and officials endured upon arrival at the venue.
The clashes escalated when Kotoko’s Head of Media sustained a serious ear injury after being struck by an object. Additionally, a section of home supporters invaded the pitch and physically assaulted Kotoko’s goalkeeper, Mohammed Camara, pelting him with various objects.
Reports indicate that travelling Kotoko fans and some media personnel from Kumasi also became targets of attacks during the chaotic scenes.
In response, Kotoko has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to launch an urgent investigation and ensure that those responsible face justice.
The club also expressed growing concern over recurring hooliganism in Ghanaian football, warning that such acts endanger the safety of players, officials, journalists, and fans.
Beyond the tragic loss of life, Kotoko confirmed that the violence led to severe damage to crucial team equipment, including laptops, communication devices for the technical team, and other essential audio-visual gadgets.
Kotoko assured its full cooperation with the GFA’s investigations and called for stricter security measures at league venues to prevent such tragedies in the future.
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