Kakamega Homeboyz have been cautioned against playing goalkeeper Patrick Matasi, even after the High Court lifted the 90-day match-fixing suspension imposed by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF).Two weeks ago, FKF handed the veteran shot-stopper a 90-day suspension pending investigations into match-fixing allegations. The issue arose after an undated video circulating online appeared to show Matasi in a conversation with an unidentified individual, allegedly discussing plans to fix a match. Although the specific game in question remains unknown, the video seemingly captures Matasi receiving instructions to concede goals in exchange for an undisclosed sum.##NAJAVA_MECA_8841652##Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsFollowing the suspension, Matasi moved to court and secured a stay order, technically clearing him to resume playing. Throughout the saga, Kakamega Homeboyz have stood by their player, with club chairman Cleophas Shimanyula maintaining Matasi’s innocence. However, the club has now been advised to tread carefully.“This is a complex situation for the player, the club, and the federation. If he returns to action, every move he makes on the pitch will be scrutinized. Even a genuine error could be misinterpreted as deliberate,” said sports lawyer Ken Ochieng in an interview with Mozzart Sport.“They rushed without evidence”- Shimanyula blasts FKF over Matasi’s suspensionOchieng, who also chairs Zoo FC, expressed concern over the handling of such sensitive cases. He argued that FKF and local law enforcement lack the resources and expertise to properly investigate match manipulation cases, urging the federation to escalate the matter to FIFA.“If the allegations include matches outside FKF or police jurisdiction, the matter should be handed over to FIFA. Only they have the global reach and technical capacity to conduct a thorough probe,” he said.He further emphasized that match-fixing is deeply embedded in Kenyan football and called for a comprehensive audit of the country’s top two divisions.Sofapaka’s Akwana sets lofty targets against Gor Mahia“FIFA should be invited to investigate both the Premier League and the National Super League, covering at least the last two to three seasons. The FIFA Integrity Unit can uncover and address systemic issues,” he added.Ochieng also highlighted the controversial practice of clubs buying league slots—a trend he believes fosters corruption and contributes to the proliferation of match-fixing.“The league isn’t even highly lucrative, so the fact that teams are still buying slots points to deeper issues. FKF must take a firm stand and eliminate this practice entirely,” he said.The scandal surrounding Matasi is not isolated. In a fresh development, another FKF Premier League club has suspended three of its players over fresh match-fixing allegations.Tusker FC assistant captain’s injury a “blessing in disguise”
