Referees' Shameful Fix: Blatant Bias Robs Diamond FC of Victory
Sunday, June 30, 2024
Chaos erupted at the Ho Sports Stadium as referees' blatant bias denied Diamond FC victory to progress to the finals of the Volta Regional Division Two Middle League.
Right from the commencement of the game saw the centre referee doing everything to favour Inter Allies Fc but this didn't deter the players of Diamond Fc.
On the 39th minute, the stadium was in a state of enchantment and ecstasy when Diamond Fc broke the virginity of the game.
This saw unprofessional conduct from the opponent team with unfair tackles and challenges on the players of Diamond Fc but as usual, the referees stood aloof.
This continued in the beginning of the second half where a midfielder of Diamond Fc was seriously injured leading to hospitalization.
The match continued, where a very controversial goal was taken by the centre referee.
A goal no one expected to be a goal, since the ball wasn't seen in the nets.
Could this be as a result of poor organization from the organizers, leading to the usage of defective nets in the tournament?
This is a question for another day.
As the match entered its final moments, Diamond FC's striker was fouled in the penalty area, but the referee shockingly took a foul against the striker, flashing a yellow card and ignoring the obvious infraction.
The stadium exploded in outrage, with Diamond FC players and coaches, fans and football lovers furiously protesting the decision.
The controversial call sparked a heated confrontation between Diamond FC's bench and the refereeing team, with some players and staff restrained by security.
Fans also expressed their displeasure, chanting "Referees are thieves!" and "Football is dead in the the Volta region!"
The match ended in a controversial 1-1 draw.
The outcome has sparked widespread outrage and calls for an investigation into the referees' conduct.
The incident has marred the tournament's reputation, leaving a sour taste in the mouths of football enthusiasts.