The Kenya Football Federation (FKF) has initiated an investigation into claims that goalkeeper Patrick Matasi may have been involved in match-fixing after an unusual performance during an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.
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Kenya faced off against African rivals Cameroon in an African Cup of Nations qualifier last October, with some of the goals from the match drawing scrutiny towards goalkeeper Patrick Matasi.
Matasi played the entire 90 minutes in Kenya's 4-1 loss to Cameroon during the African Cup of Nations qualifiers. Following the match, manager Engin Firat resigned immediately. Reports from Marca suggest that Matasi was allegedly contacted by an anonymous caller to discuss a 'plan' for the game.
An investigation into Matasi's involvement in the match is now underway, with the Football Kenya Federation urging anyone with information to come forward.
'The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) is aware of videos circulating online involving goalkeeper Patrick Matasi, raising concerns about possible match manipulation. 'FKF upholds the integrity of football and has launched an official investigation in collaboration with FIFA, CAF, and other relevant authorities. We reaffirm our zero-tolerance policy on match manipulation and are committed to safeguarding the credibility of our competitions. 'This investigation will adhere to FKF's Anti-Match Manipulation Regulations and FIFA guidelines, ensuring a fair, transparent, and thorough process. The rights of the player and his club will be respected, and appropriate action will be taken based on the findings.
The statement continues with FKF urging anyone with credible information to assist in its investigation, with any reports to be handled with strict confidentiality.
We encourage anyone with credible information to assist in this investigation. All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality. Information can be submitted via integrity@footballkenya.org. 'FKF will provide further updates as the investigation progresses.'
The allegation has since gone viral on social media, with many people sharing various videos of Matasi conceding goals at both club and country levels, which are now being viewed as suspicious.
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