GFA Breaks Silence on Chaotic Basake Holy Stars vs. Nations FC Clash, Launches Investigation
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially responded to the violent scenes that marred the Ghana Premier League fixture between Basake Holy Stars and Nations FC, played on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the Ampain Arena.
The highly anticipated match descended into chaos after Nations FC walked off the pitch in protest of a second penalty awarded against them. At the time of the incident, the away side was already trailing 1-0, having conceded a first-half penalty. The decision to award a second spot kick ignited anger among the Nations FC players and technical team, leading to a large-scale confrontation and the eventual abandonment of the match.
After nearly two days of silence, the GFA released a statement on Tuesday, June 3, acknowledging the unfortunate incident and confirming that a full investigation has been launched.
“The Association has commenced a thorough investigation into the reported incidents,” the statement noted.
The football governing body emphasized its commitment to discipline, integrity, and fairness in all domestic competitions.
“The GFA wishes to assure all stakeholders, including clubs, players, match officials, supporters, and the general public, that it remains committed to safeguarding the integrity of the game and will deal with all issues arising from this matter expeditiously and decisively.”
The GFA also called on all involved parties—including both clubs, match officials, and fans—to cooperate fully with the investigation process. The statement concluded by assuring the public that further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
The dramatic walk-off and subsequent abandonment of the game has drawn wide criticism from fans and football analysts, with many questioning the officiating and the growing trend of protests in the league.
With the result of the abandoned match yet to be decided, Nations FC remain joint second in the Ghana Premier League standings with 60 points, level with Bibiani GoldStars. The outcome of this fixture could have significant implications in the race for the top spot and potential qualification for continental competitions.
As the investigation unfolds, many are watching closely to see how the GFA will address the situation and ensure such incidents do not undermine the credibility of the nation’s top-tier football league.