Nations FC defender Christopher Nettey has opened up on how some players in the Ghana Premier League (GPL) try to avoid playing matches at venues they consider to be dangerous.
Referencing fear and safety concerns, Nettey disclosed how the hostility at some venues leads to players coming up with various ways to ensure they miss such games.
“A policeman once told me he wasn’t ready to work on a particular day, meaning if I got attacked, I could be beaten to death. I know some players who fake injuries to avoid certain venues, while others intentionally pick up cards to escape those fixtures due to intimidation,” he said.
Although Nettey called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to implement safety measures, he urged fans to shape up.
“The GFA can introduce safety protocols, but the real change must come from the supporters and the players themselves,” he added.
The GPL is set to resume on Friday, March 7, 2025, after a brief break following the death of Francis Frimpong alias ‘Pooley.’
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