The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Leagues and Competitions Committee has issued a stern warning to clubs, players, officials, and fans involved in acts of hooliganism.According to the committee chairman, Peter Kamau Kass Kass, stringent penalties, including stadium bans, hefty fines, and prolonged suspensions, await those caught engaging in violence.Speaking to Mozzart Sport, Kamau, who is also the Lower Rift FKF National Executive Committee (NEC) member, emphasized a zero-tolerance approach to misconduct.##NAJAVA_MECA_8640821##”We are not in this office to joke. We are here to streamline football, and it starts with our behavior. Going forward, anyone involved in acts of hooliganism should prepare for severe consequences,” Kamau declared.The former Shabana and Kisumu Posta forward highlighted the committee’s commitment to ensuring justice and maintaining integrity in football.”We recently handled our first cases and resolved pending matters even those left by the previous regime. Justice delayed is justice denied, and we worked late into the night to ensure fair rulings,” he said.Kamau warned stakeholders that the committee would not hesitate to impose harsh penalties on violators.”From now on, any team or individual caught in violent acts will face severe measures. This could include suspensions, playing behind closed doors, or even stadium bans. We must create a conducive environment for players, fans, and potential investors,” Kamau added.Seven Harambee Stars players who may miss CHAN after moves abroadThe FKF committee recently delivered rulings on five cases of misconduct, setting a firm tone for the league.Among the notable decisions was the docking of two points from National Super League debutants 3K FC following hooliganism during their match against Kibera Black Stars at Embu Stadium.Angry 3K fans stormed the pitch, assaulting match officials in protest of three disallowed goals during their 1-0 loss.The club was penalized two points and ordered to repair damaged infrastructure at the venue.Muhoroni Youth also faced sanctions for poor match standards in their clash against Darajani Gogo. The latter was awarded maximum points and two goals.Talanta forward apologizes for scoring with his backside against AFC LeopardsIn the third tier, Sigalagala Polytechnic forfeited their match against Kiminini Combined after causing its abandonment. The committee awarded Kiminini a 2-0 victory and full points.Vegpro lost three points for failing to provide a functional ambulance during their match against Green Commandos, while Young Bulls were penalized for abandoning their game against Kibra United, resulting in a 2-0 win for Kibra.Kamau reiterated the committee’s dedication to credible league management.”We’ve only just started, but we are committed to running the league smoothly. Discipline is key to attracting investors and maintaining the integrity of the game,” he stated.
