An African side has decided to take firm action after fans assaulted a coach during a game, with the perpetrators' violent actions being described as hooliganism.
AFC Leopards SC suffered a 2-0 defeat to Ulinzi Stars in a Kenyan Premier League encounter that took place over the weekend.
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It was the club's third defeat of the season in seven games, putting them in sixth place on the table.
Fans seemed to be upset by the way things were going, with a portion of them lashing out during the game.
After Ingwe conceded the second goal, fans invaded the pitch and assaulted head coach Tomas Trucha, who had to be escorted off the pitch by security as objects were being thrown at him.
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In an official statement, the club condemned the actions of the fans and promised to take firm action against those who participated in the unsavoury incident.
"This incident is unacceptable, and as AFC Leopards management, we condemn these unwarranted actions in the strongest terms possible," the club wrote.
"To our fans, let this serve as a clear reminder: you are the heart of this club, but with that honour comes responsibilities. If you have concerns or grievances, we have well-established channels where these can be raised constructively.
"Hooliganism, violence, and intimidation have no place in football, and AFC Leopards will not tolerate them under any circumstances.
"Our brand, like AFC Leopards, and the brands of our esteemed partners are at risk if we allow such behavior to return to our midst. In fact, our partners are concerned with the turn of events.
"Furthermore, just as we have taken disciplinary action against players for misconduct in the past, we shall apply the same standard here. Any fan found guilty of participating in these acts of violence will face a BAN from stadia and club activities."
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