Kotoko Ardent Fan Stabbed to Death After Nsoatreman Game

Ardent Asante Kotoko fan, Frimpong Yaw Francis, popularly known as Nana Pooley, has been stabbed to death following the 1-0 defeat to Nsoatreman FC.

This followed a melee that marred the game at Nana Koramansah Park at Nsoatre in the Bono Region on February 2, 2025.

He died at a hospital while receiving treatment, Kotoko confirmed in a statement.

“This senseless loss of life is devastating, and we extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the entire Asante Kotoko fraternity.”

Others suffered various degrees of injuries while damage was caused to some equipment of the visiting club including laptops, communication devices of the technical team, and other essential audio-visual gadgets.

The Reds condemned the violence as “unacceptable”, adding that media personnel, players, and Kotoko fans were the home supporters’ target.

“From the moment of our arrival at the stadium, our team was subjected to open hostility, including confrontations from sections of the home supporters. Despite these provocations, we remained committed to fair competition and proceeded with the game in the spirit of sportsmanship. Unfortunately, the actions of the home crowd throughout the match were completely unacceptable.

“Missiles were thrown at our bench on multiple occasions, creating an unsafe environment for our players and officials. The situation escalated further when our Head of Media suffered a serious ear injury after being struck by an object. Additionally, in a shocking act of aggression, some supporters invaded the pitch and physically attacked our goalkeeper, Mohammed Camara, while also hurling missiles at him.”

The Porcupines say they are prepared to cooperate with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) in any investigations to bring the perpetrators to book.

Meanwhile, it called for decisive steps to ensure the safety of all teams, officials, and supporters in pursuit of professionalism and fair play in the league.

In a separate statement condemning the act, Nsoatreman FC said an altercation ensued between the deceased Kotoko fan and the culprit at a nearby drinking spot that aggravated into the stabbing behind the stadium.

However, this narrative has been dispelled by eyewitnesses who say the only altercation involving the deceased was with former Minister of Employment and Labour Relations, Ignatius Baffour Awuah.

Source: opemsuo.com/Hajara Fuseini