The confetti should have been for Gor Mahia players and the technical bench as they lifted the trophy. But, instead, the fans took over. And enjoyed the confetti. And the podium at Kasarani Stadium. Champions again.Enjoying the feeling of being champions after a two-year hiatus, the fans thronged the playing area where the podium for the awarding ceremony was being set up.While Gor Mahia players were being feted at the VIP section, their fans decided to have a parallel celebration at the centre of the pitch. pic.twitter.com/BjNPSmQEGx— Meshack Kisenge (@kisengemeshack1) June 25, 2023 As a result, the ceremony was taken to the VIP area, a decision that has attracted criticism from different quarters.Apart from the occurrence at Kasarani, another point of concern was whether the same arrangement to crown the champion had been made in Mumias where Tusker were playing Vihiga Bullets with a realistic chance of landing the title as well.The Brewers needed to win their match and hope against hope that Gor stutter against Nairobi City Stars, but it was not meant to be.##NAJAVA_MECA_7340259##Nevertheless, the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), through their communication department has come out to clear the air stating that the same crowning plans had been made in Mumias awaiting the eventual champion.Full statement;In response to the criticism regarding the awarding of the Gor Mahia team after winning the league. It is important to note that Football Kenya Federation (FKF) had made arrangements to celebrate and crown the league winners at both Kasarani and Mumias stadiumsAt the Kasarani stadium, all the necessary elements, including the Champions podium, arc, red carpet, Champions pause banner, models, and confetti, had been set up, ready for the coronation ceremony to commence.However, a large number of enthusiastic fans overwhelmed the security measures in place and invaded the pitch.Efforts to remove the fans from the field proved challenging due to their sheer numbers and determination to be a part of the celebration. Under these circumstances, a decision was made to ensure the safety of everyone involved and to proceed with the awarding of medals and the trophy to Gor Mahia at the VIP area.It is worth noting that similar arrangements had also been made at the Mumias Complex, where Tusker was playing against Vihiga.These preparations were not limited to Gor Mahia alone but were intended to acknowledge and honour the league winner in a fitting manner.While the fan invasion disrupted the original plan for the coronation ceremony, the decision to adapt and award the team in a controlled environment was made in the best interest of all parties involved.Curtain falls on dramatic and chaotic 2022-23 FKFPL season
