Nations FC head coach Kassim Mingle has voiced deep frustration and disappointment after his side dramatically walked off the pitch during their crucial Ghana Premier League matchweek 33 encounter against Basake Holy Stars at CAM Park.
With just two games remaining in the 2024/25 season, the stakes were sky-high. Nations FC entered the fixture as league leaders, eyeing a historic title, while Basake Holy Stars were battling to escape relegation. But what was billed as a high-intensity showdown quickly spiraled into controversy.
The chaos began with what Nations FC described as questionable officiating decisions. Matters worsened when media personnel were reportedly denied entry to the venue, and security arrangements appeared inadequate, creating an increasingly hostile atmosphere.
Amid the turmoil, club patron Dr. Kwame Kyei ordered the team off the pitch, citing a lack of fairness and respect from the home side and officials.
“I am very, very disappointed because after all the hard work, such a thing happens during the last but two matches to end the league,” Coach Kassim Mingle told Max FM’s Sports Pack.
The walk-off sent shockwaves through the Ghanaian football community, especially given the timing. Bibiani Gold Stars, Nations FC’s closest title rivals, capitalized on the chaos by securing a crucial away victory over Berekum Chelsea at Golden City Park in Sunyani, tightening the title race.
It remains to be seen what action the Ghana Football Association will take—or how Nations FC will respond in the days ahead.
For now, what should have been a championship-deciding fixture has turned into a defining controversy of the season.
