Muhoroni Youth relegated for match-fixing as FKF vows crackdown
Muhoroni Youth have been relegated to Division One after FIFA found the club guilty of match manipulation. FKF has backed the decision and launched a full-scale crackdown on corruption in Kenyan football.
The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has confirmed the official relegation of Muhoroni Youth Football Club to Division One, following FIFA’s findings that the club was involved in match manipulation. The decision marks a major crackdown on corruption in Kenyan football.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, FKF said it had received formal communication from FIFA confirming the club’s relegation as punishment for compromising the integrity of the game.
“FKF confirms receipt of official communication from FIFA regarding the relegation of Muhoroni Youth to Division One, following their involvement in match manipulation,” the statement read.
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FKF fully backed FIFA’s decision and reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on match-fixing and other forms of manipulation. It pledged continued cooperation with FIFA and other relevant bodies to root out the vice from Kenyan football.
FKF added that it would work with both local and international partners to ensure those found guilty face firm disciplinary action in line with FIFA and FKF regulations.
FKF General Secretary Harold Ndege affirmed the federation’s resolve to combat corruption, warning that no one would be spared in the new campaign.
“We are launching a full-scale war on match-fixing in collaboration with FIFA, CAF, and all relevant authorities. We cannot allow this vice to derail the progress we’re making to grow the game. Anyone found culpable will face the full consequences,” said Ndege.
He concluded with a call to preserve the fundamental values of the sport: “Football must remain fair, honest, and competitive.”
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