FKF Condemns Violence After Gor Mahia-Tusker Super Cup Clash

The disturbances broke out after Tusker secured a 3-1 victory over the reigning FKF Premier League champions to lift the season-opening trophy.

FKF said the incidents endangered supporters, players, journalists, match officials, security personnel and members of the public, insisting that violence and intimidation have no place in Kenyan football.

There is no place for violence, destruction of property, intimidation or any conduct that puts the safety of players, journalists, officials, fans, security personnel and the public at risk,” the federation said in a statement.

FKF also expressed concern about the use of tear gas and other crowd-control measures during the disturbances.

While acknowledging the responsibility of security agencies to maintain public order, the federation said such measures must be used with restraint, professionalism and in accordance with the law.

The federation has promised to work with the relevant authorities and football stakeholders to establish the circumstances surrounding the incidents and identify those responsible.

Available footage from the match, reports from officials and accounts from other stakeholders are expected to form part of the investigation.

FKF warned that anyone found to have violated federation regulations or Kenyan law should face appropriate action regardless of whether they are supporters, club officials, stewards or members of the security personnel.

The disturbances overshadowed a strong performance from Tusker, who secured another domestic trophy after winning the FKF Cup last season.

Gor Mahia began positively and threatened early through Ben Stanley Omondi, whose attempt was kept out by Tusker goalkeeper Perrauld Ndinga.

Tusker gradually settled into the contest before taking the lead in the 34th minute. Servyl Akouala’s low free-kick reached Francis Oduor near the edge of the area, and the midfielder connected with a half-volley to put the Brewers ahead.

The Brewers struck again shortly afterwards when Alvin Mang’eni broke down the left and supplied Eugene Ikutwa, who finished to give Tusker a two-goal cushion.

Gor were handed a route back into the contest before half-time when a long throw caused problems inside the Tusker penalty area and Ikutwa turned the ball into his own net.

Gor coach Charles Akonnor made attacking changes after the interval as his side attempted to draw level, but Tusker restored their two-goal advantage.

Yakeen Muteheli delivered into the area and Ian Simiyu produced a clever headed finish to make it 3-1, putting the Brewers firmly in control.

Gor continued to push forward but found Tusker’s defence difficult to break down as Julien Mette’s side protected their advantage through the closing stages.

The victory gave Tusker the FKF Super Cup and further momentum ahead of the new league campaign, while Gor were left to regroup before beginning the defence of their Premier League title.

However, the scenes after the final whistle shifted attention away from the football and back towards concerns over crowd management and safety at major domestic matches.

FKF has urged supporters, clubs, security agencies and other stakeholders to exercise discipline and ensure stadiums remain safe environments for everyone attending Kenyan football matches.

The federation reiterated that protecting the integrity of the game and holding those responsible for misconduct accountable will be central to its response to the Nyayo Stadium incidents.