GFA speak on pockets of violence at various match venues over the weekend

 The Ghana Football Association has officially spoken on the pockets of violence that happened at various matches venues in the ongoing Ghana Premier League.

As many as five venues recorded some level of hooliganism over the weekend including the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex at Abrankese, Nana Agyemang Badu I Park at Dormaa Ahenkro, Theatre of Dreams at Dawu and others.

The football association have assured the general public that necessary actions would he taken to bring offended to book as thorough investigations are currently ongoing.

It further called on club owners and supporters to be aware of their duties and responsibilities before, during and after games to ensure safety for all at all level at the stadium.

The statement reads below:

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) strongly condemns acts of violence and misconduct that occurred at some match venues during the Premier League Matchday 6 games.

Following the Match Reports from all match venues, the GFA wishes to assure the sporting public that there will be a strong action from the appropriate organs of the GFA against culprits in accordance with the GFA Disciplinary Code and relevant Competition Regulations.

The sporting judicial proceedings and its sanctions regime will be strictly enforced.

Clubs, team officials, and supporters are hereby reminded of their responsibilities and duties to exhibit behaviours of respect, fairplay, and tolerance before, during, and after all football matches at all times.

Clubs are urged and encouraged to join the Association in the quest to further educate all stakeholders, including club supporters on the provisions of the Disciplinary Code and the sanctions their misconduct pose to the clubs.

Supporters are further reminded that there are processes for redress for all issues, which they should allow the management of their clubs to pursue officially.

The Association wishes to commend the security services for their professionalism, protection, and patience during the incidents.

The Association further assures the security services of cooperation to effect arrest of persons who violate national laws at games and take them through the criminal justice system.