Felix Aboagye disappointed in GFA DC over match-fixing ban

Aduana Stars Coach, Felix Aboagye has expressed disappointment at the GFA Disciplinary Committee for the 2-year ban handed him for match manipulation, and has demanded a reversal of the sanction, which he insists is unfair and taints his hard won reputation.

The former Inter Allies Coach was banned from all football-related activities for a period of 24 months in accordance with Article 34.5(d)(i) of the Ghana Premier League Regulations, which prescribes a ban, either indefinitely or for a specific period, whenever the GFA or its Disciplinary Committee is satisfied that a fixed match or a match of convenience has taken place between two clubs.

However, the ex-Black Stars striker claims he was informed by the Disciplinary Committee that he would be acquitted following an interrogation at the GFA Headquarters, hence the decision to allow his lawyers appeal the ban.

“My lawyers will appeal the ban. I don’t know anything about match manipulation. I only worked for Inter Allies for three months to save them from relegation so I don’t know why I have been banned. The Disciplinary Committee told me I have been acquitted after the investigation so I’m surprised that I have been implicated in the verdict,” Coach Aboagye told Accra based Happy FM.

“I haven’t fixed any match so I am very disappointed in the GFA and the Disciplinary Committee. Why are they destroying the name of a legend who has played for the Black Stars? Did I collect anyone’s money? I’m in Dormaa now and I have called Inter Allies. They say they’re also going to appeal,” he added.

The ex-Elmina Sharks and Liberty Professionals trainer was on the bench for Inter Allies during last season’s controversial Ghana Premier League match-day 34 fixture against AshantiGold, which ended 7-0 and led to investigations into match fixing.