The National Super League (NSL) fixture between APS Bomet and Kibera Black Stars was abandoned in the 77th minute after an assistant referee was assaulted by spectators at the Jamhuri Sports on Sunday, June 1.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News The clash carried major promotion implications, with both teams desperate for a win.##NAJAVA_MECA_8957513##Fourth-placed Kibera Black Stars, on 53 points, were looking to leap into third place, while a victory for APS Bomet, would have put them within touching distance of Premier League promotion.Chesara Eusters opened the scoring for Kibera in the 44th minute, giving coach Edwin Lavatsa’s side a crucial lead.However, the match descended into chaos following a controversial equalizer by Philip Wasai. The APS Bomet forward made a powerful run down the right flank before unleashing a thunderous strike past Black Stars goalkeeper Gedion Ogweno.Footage shared on social media appeared to show the ball ricocheting off the crossbar and bouncing back into play before Ogweno collected it.Mozzart Bet Cup: Giant slayers Nairobi United edge Mara Sugar to book finalInitial confusion followed as Assistant Referee Grace Njeri appeared to signal for offside before then indicating a possible goal.The unclear decision sparked immediate outrage from fans, some of whom stormed the pitch and allegedly assaulted the assistant referee.The situation escalated into a chaotic scene, with the confrontation lasting nearly 30 minutes.Ex-Leopards midfielder calls for security beef-up as Mashemeji derby heads to HomabayAlthough the center referee stood by the offside call and signaled for play to resume, the assistant referee , visibly shaken and fearing for her safety , declined to continue.Match officials ultimately called off the game.##NAJAVA_MECA_8961295##The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Referee Committee has confirmed reports of assault but are awaiting medical report to determine extent of damage.The final decision on the outcome will now rest with the FKF League and Competitions Committee, based on the match commissioner’s report.
