Division One side, Swedru All Blacks United FC has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to launch an official investigation following chaotic scenes during their Division One League match against Elmina Sharks at the Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom Sports Complex on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
In a statement, the club expressed shock over their treatment before, during, and after the game, alleging that home fans and officials obstructed their media coverage and later assaulted match officials.
According to Swedru All Blacks, Elmina Sharks initially denied them permission to film the match despite their proof of payment and GFA clearance.
Even after the match commissioner approved their documentation, the home team reportedly blocked their coverage, with the camera crew facing threats from fans.
Tensions escalated in the 12th minute when the referee awarded a penalty to Swedru All Blacks.
The club claims Elmina Sharks’ owner, Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom, and an official named Aboagye stormed the pitch, instructing their players to abandon the match. The confrontation with the referee resulted in a 27-minute delay.
After the game, Swedru All Blacks allege that Aboagye led an attack on the match officials, who were physically assaulted near the tunnel.
Despite the presence of police officers, the club stated that law enforcement was initially overwhelmed by the home supporters. However, the police eventually managed to escort Swedru All Blacks’ players, officials, and fans safely out of the venue.
The club has urged the GFA to publicly release the match footage to allow for independent analysis of the controversial penalty decision. They reiterated their commitment to fair play and responsible fan behavior while emphasizing the need for stricter measures to prevent hooliganism in Ghana football.
Swedru All Blacks concluded their statement by calling for a thorough investigation into the incident to ensure a safer environment for future matches.