Sports News of Thursday, 25 April 2019

Source: footballmadeinghana.com

Aduana Stars to face stadium ban over crowd trouble

Fans of Aduana Stars attacked referee Emmanuel Eshun Fans of Aduana Stars attacked referee Emmanuel Eshun

Aduana Stars are facing a potential stadium ban following the violent conduct of their supporters during their 1-1 draw against Medeama in the Special Competition on Wednesday.

Irate fans descended on referee Emmanuel Eshun and his two assistants, as play was interrupted severally during the crunch tie at Dorma Ahenkro.

Marauding thugs threw missiles targeted at the match officials and the opposing bench, leading to officials running for cover on the pitch over claims of unfair officiating.

The Match Commissioner and the bench of the opposing bench were hit with several stones from the stands, with the assistants referees not being spared by the violent attack.

The Ghana FA will wait for reports from match officials and its match delegate before deciding whether or not to take the matter further. Charges against clubs are usually filed within 24 hours.

The reigning Ghana Premier League champions could be slapped with a stadium ban or hefty fine.