There’s been another act of hooliganism in Ghanaian football once again, as a match official was assaulted in shocking scenes during Sunday’s Division One League clash between Elmina Sharks and Swedru All Blacks at Ndoum Stadium.
While All Blacks emerged victorious 1-0, it was the chaos that unfolded after the final whistle that dominated headlines.
Referee Eso Doh Morrison became the target of violent aggression from players and officials of Elmina Sharks, infuriated by a penalty decision that handed All Blacks the win.
What should have been a routine post-match conclusion quickly descended into an alarming spectacle, with enraged Sharks’ personnel attacking the officials.
The situation spiraled to the point where police had to rush onto the pitch to restore order and prevent further escalation, according to JoySports.
This deplorable incident comes just weeks after the tragic fatal stabbing of Asante Kotoko fan, Francis Yaw Frimpong, alias Nana Pooley during a Premier League fixture between Nsoatreman and Kotoko, highlighting the escalating concerns over safety in Ghanaian football.
With enhanced matchday protocols introduced by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to curb such incidents, the league’s weekend fixtures were meant to serve as a step toward restoring order.
However, this latest episode raises serious questions about the effectiveness of those measures in addressing the persistent violence that continues to plague the game.