Mara Sugar coach flags dubious refereeing in three FKF Premier League matches
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The veteran tactician has singled out three recent top-flight matches which he believes highlighted the need for improved officiating to protect the integrity and competitiveness of the league
Mara Sugar FC head coach Edward Manoah has added his voice to the growing chorus of criticism over refereeing standards in the Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL).
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The veteran tactician has singled out three recent top-flight matches which he believes highlighted the need for improved officiating and protect the integrity and competitiveness of the league.
According to Manoah, Tusker FC’s 2-1 victory over KCB FCat Kasarani Annex, the abandoned Ulinzi Stars versus Murang’a Seal fixture and Bandari FC’s 1-0 win over Kenya Police FC raised serious concerns about refereeing decisions.
“I have watched Tusker vs KCB, Ulinzi vs Murang’a Seal and Bandari vs Kenya Police, and I am convinced our referees can stand up to the occasion and do better.
FKF should help referees manage the pressure that comes with the home-versus-away syndrome,” Manoah told Mozzart Sport.
The former Migori Youth coach, who has often spoken out against poor officiating, urged Football Kenya Federation (FKF) to intervene decisively to address the growing discontent.
“FKF should respond swiftly and arrest the current wave of very unfortunate and unexpected happenings in officiating in the Kenyan Premier League,” he said.
Manoah, who has also previously coached Vihiga United and Vihiga Bullets, added that referees must take personal responsibility if the standard of competition in the league is to improve.
“If we truly expect teams to accept results in the spirit of fair competition, referees must avoid making biased decisions or help in determining the outcome of matches,” he added.
He further called for more intensive training programmes to help match officials withstand external influence and pressure.
“I hope referees, with the training and experience they have, can be better equipped to withstand any form of compromise that may come their way,” Manoah added.
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