UCC Bus Attacked By Angry Football Supporters (Video)

University of Cape Coast (UCC) bus has been attacked and windscreens destroyed following the Central Regional Division Two Middle League final between UCC Youngsters and Betenase FC.

The game came to a sudden and chaotic end after just 30 minutes of play. The match, which had been highly anticipated by local football fans, was locked at 0-0 when disordee broke out on the pitch.

It all starte when the referee issued a straight red card to Betenase FC’s star player for a violent tackle on a UCC Youngsters player. The decision was met with immediate outrage from Betenase FC supporters. Tensions quickly escalated as fans from Betenase FC stormed the pitch, disrupting the game and causing the referee to halt proceedings.

Despite the presence of police officers at the Cape Coast Stadium, the situation rapidly deteriorated. Betenase FC fans directed their anger towards the UCC Youngsters, not just verbally, but by also targeting the vehicle that had transported the team to the stadium. In a shocking display of vandalism, the crowd damaged the Distance Education Coastal bus. They smashed the windscreen, punctured the tires, and shattered the rear window of the bus.

Players and officials from both teams were left in a state of shock as they witnessed the destruction. The UCC Youngsters, in particular, were distressed by the attack on their bus, fearing for their safety. Police officers eventually intervened to restore order, but the damage had already been done, and the match was abandoned.

This incident has drawn widespread condemnation from various quarters. Sports analysts and fans alike have decried the violent behavior exhibited by Betenase FC supporters. The Central Regional Football Association has also expressed its disappointment, promising a thorough investigation into the events and pledging to take stringent measures against those found guilty of inciting or participating in the violence.

“We cannot tolerate such behavior in our sports. Football is meant to bring us together, not tear us apart,” said a representative of the association. He emphasized that measures would be put in place to ensure the safety of players, officials, and spectators at future matches.

Eyewitnesses recounted the harrowing moments when the fans invaded the pitch. One UCC supporter described the scene as “chaotic and frightening,” with fans running onto the field and confronting the referee and opposing players. The disturbance overshadowed what had promised to be an exciting and competitive match between two formidable teams in the division.

The repercussions of the incident are likely to be severe for Betenase FC. The club faces potential sanctions, which could include fines, suspension of matches, or even expulsion from the league. Players and management of UCC Youngsters are calling for justice and have urged the football authorities to ensure such incidents do not recur.

As the dust settles, the football community in Cape Coast is left to reflect on the dark turn of events that marred what should have been a celebration of local football talent. The focus now shifts to repairing the damage, both physical and reputational, and finding ways to prevent future occurrences of such violence.

The Central Regional Football Association’s forthcoming investigation will be crucial in determining the exact sequence of events and holding accountable those responsible for the mayhem. In the meantime, the affected parties are left picking up the pieces and hoping for a return to peaceful and spirited competition in the near future.

This unfortunate episode serves as a reminder of the importance of sportsmanship and the need for strict security measures at sporting events. As the football community mourns the disruption of the Middle League final, there is a collective call for stronger efforts to safeguard the integrity and safety of the game.

 

irate supporters of Betenase FC have vandalised the UCC vehicle that transported UCC Youngsters players to the Cape Coast Sports Stadium for the final match of the Central Region Division 2 Middle League, which ended abruptly following pitch invasion by irate fans of Betenase FC pic.twitter.com/lhkR0JvsEr

— University of Cape Coast (UCC) (@UCCGH_Official) May 27, 2024