For those who live and breathe football, the game is a dream, a livelihood, and a source of national pride.
But when violence invades the pitch, the consequences are harrowing.
JoySports’ Mubarak Haruna shares the story of an enemy that has woven itself into the very fabric of Ghanaian football. Scars of Hooliganism airs all day on JoyNews, Monday, June 23, 2025.
The documentary explores how acts of hooliganism leave lasting marks on the lives, careers, and mental well-being of those who endure them. It is a story of broken dreams, as many key stakeholders have since walked away from the sport out of fear for their safety.
The story includes voices of stakeholders like fans and referees who once gave their all to football but have since turned away due to trauma and insecurity.
The documentary follows the journey of victims, including Abubakari Nawass, a rising star who once led the line for Real Tamale United. Nicknamed “Adebayor” for his power and precision, Nawass saw his footballing dream shattered after a brutal attack during a Division One League clash against Nsoatreman. Today, he is no longer in the game.
Mercy Tagoe, a trailblazing referee and former national team player, also walked away from officiating due to repeated violence in the game.
As if the scars of hooliganism weren’t already deep enough, the menace hit a new and tragic low during a Ghana Premier League match between Nsoatreman and Asante Kotoko on February 2, 2025.
Chaos erupted at the Nana Koromansah Park after a heated on-field clash between players. But the real tragedy unfolded off the pitch, where tensions spiraled out of control.
A known Kotoko supporter, Francis Frimpong, popularly called “Pooley,” was stabbed to death. Pooley, a staunch fan, a husband, a father, lost his life because of football.
Hooliganism is wrecking more than stadiums — it’s wrecking lives .
In this powerful documentary, @FactualMubarak
exposes the lasting trauma of football violence through the eyes of its victims .Tuesday, June 24
— #JoySports (@JoySportsGH) June 22, 2025
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He left behind a devastated wife, Gifty, who still struggles to grasp what truly happened.
Scars of Hooliganism calls for accountability and reforms to protect the soul of the beautiful game.
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