An official clashes with police during the Nations FC vs. Basake Holy Stars match
What was billed as a title-defining showdown in the Ghana Premier League descended into utter mayhem on Sunday, June 1, 2025.
The highly anticipated clash between Nations FC and Basake Holy Stars was halted and reportedly abandoned following chaotic scenes involving players, match officials, and police intervention.
The match, part of the penultimate round of the 2024/25 season, was crucial for both sides, Nations FC chasing the title with a three-point lead over Bibiani GoldStars, and Basake Holy Stars fighting to avoid relegation.
According to Onua Sports, the game was delayed by nearly 20 minutes, with no official explanation given.
Reports later revealed that a Basake Holy Stars cameraman was denied entry into the stadium, sparking early disputes between officials and the visitors’ camp.
When the game finally started, it didn’t take long for controversy to unfold.
Basake Holy Stars took a 1-0 lead, heightening the stakes for a Nations FC side desperate for three points to maintain their title edge.
However, the drama quickly escalated beyond football.
Midway through the contest, Nations FC players began protesting officiating decisions, believing they were on the wrong end of crucial calls.
The protests soon spiraled out of control, with players visibly clashing with match officials on the pitch.
Videos circulating online show chaotic scenes as Nations FC players surrounded the referees, with heated arguments and physical confrontations erupting.
Match officials struggled to contain the disorder, prompting the Ghana Police Service to intervene in an effort to restore calm.
Despite attempts to resume play, the situation proved unmanageable. Multiple reports indicate that the match was abandoned altogether, though no formal communication has yet been issued by the Ghana Football Association.
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