Gambia: GFF Talks Tough Against Zonal Hooliganism - As All Zonal Matches Moved to Stadium

Sulayman Bah Gambia Football Federation Has Warned Fans to Desist From Evoking Violence in Zonal Matches or Risk Possible Criminal Prosecution. the Football House's Statement Reels in the Wake of Violence That Marred the Sky Bank Sponsored-Super Nawettan Championship. Banjul's Kg5 Box Bar Was the Scene of Turbulence With Scores Injured Amid Foul-Mouthed Rants Among Fans, While a Linesman and Fourth Referee Were Battered By Angry Players and Match Officials At Brikama's Box Bar.

Punitive measures have been dished out as deterrent without success before the indefinite suspension of the tournament altogether by the Organising Committee. The situation brought about a stand-off amid prolongs and continuous behind-closed-door talks to resolve the impasse among stakeholders.

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