Patrick Matasi loses court battle over match-fixing suspension
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The decision is seen as a major reprieve for FKF in its bid to enforce the Anti-Match Manipulation Regulations
The High Court in Kakamega has struck out a petition filed by former Harambee Stars goalkeeper Patrick Matasi, which had initially barred the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) from suspending or taking any disciplinary action against him.
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On Friday, 28 March, Matasi was suspended by FKF for 90 days following the circulation of a viral video allegedly showing him inside a vehicle discussing plans to manipulate an unspecified match.
“The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has provisionally suspended goalkeeper Patrick Matasi from all FKF-sanctioned events and competitions for 90 days, following concerns raised by circulating videos suggesting possible match manipulation,” read part of the federation’s statement.
“The decision, made in accordance with Section VII (2) of the FKF Anti-Match Manipulation Regulations (2016), has been formally communicated to Kakamega Homeboyz FC and the player.”
FKF further stated that it had launched an official investigation into the matter in collaboration with FIFA, CAF, and local investigative agencies. The federation also sought assistance from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to help unravel the issue.
“FKF, in collaboration with FIFA, CAF, and other relevant authorities, has initiated an official investigation into the matter. The Federation remains committed to upholding integrity in football and ensuring a fair and transparent process for all involved parties,” the statement added.
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On Tuesday, 8 April, Matasi secured a conservatory order restraining FKF from enforcing the provisional suspension pending investigations.
This temporarily halted any disciplinary action against the veteran goalkeeper, who has previously featured for AFC Leopards, Posta Rangers, Tusker FC, St. George SC (Ethiopia), Kenya Police FC, most recently Kakamega Homeboyz and the Harambee Stars, but he did not return to the pitch for his club.
However, on Tuesday, 21 October, the High Court lifted the orders, ruling that it was persuaded by FKF’s arguments and found that the federation had acted within its statutes. The decision is seen as a major reprieve for FKF in its bid to enforce the Anti-Match Manipulation Regulations.
FKF was represented in court by Ochutsi Munyendo and Company Advocates.
Mozzart Sport understands that FKF, working closely with the DCI, has been quietly handling the matter and has already questioned Matasi. It remains to be seen what disciplinary action, if any, will follow should the player be found guilty.
