Asante Kotoko Fined GHS 5,000 for Misconduct After FC Samartex Match

Asante Kotoko SC has been penalized with a GHS 5,000 fine by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) Disciplinary Committee for misconduct exhibited during their Ghana Premier League match against FC Samartex 1996 on November 23, 2025. The club was found guilty of making unprofessional comments about the match officials post-game.

The match, which took place at the Nsenkyire Park, ended in a dramatic goalless draw; however, Asante Kotoko’s behavior following the final whistle raised concerns. The club made public comments that questioned the integrity of the match officials, a move deemed detrimental to the game’s reputation by the GFA.

In a statement, the GFA Disciplinary Committee expressed disappointment at Kotoko’s comments, stating that such actions bring the game into disrepute. The committee emphasized that all participants in the league must maintain respect for officials and uphold the sport’s integrity at all times.

“Asante Kotoko SC have been handed a GHS 5,000 fine and a warning by the Disciplinary Committee for misconduct following their Ghana Premier League match against FC Samartex 1996,” the committee’s charge sheet read. “The club was found guilty of bringing the game into disrepute by publishing comments that questioned the match officials’ integrity.”

The fine must be paid within 14 days of receiving the notification, and Kotoko has been warned that any further incidents of this nature will not be tolerated. The GFA reminded the club that maintaining respect for referees and the competition’s integrity is crucial for the continued growth and professionalism of the league.