Milo FC Condemns Post-Match Violence, Vows Action After Players Injured in Kankan

In a firm statement released this Friday, Guinean football club Milo FC has denounced acts of violence that occurred after its recent fixture against Wakriya AC, expressing solidarity with two injured opposing players and initiating a probe to find those responsible.

Incident Mars Match at M’Balou Mady Diakité Stadium

The official club communication addresses an unsettling event that took place "near the locker rooms" following the game at the M’Balou Mady Diakité stadium in Kankan. According to the statement, a small group of "isolated individuals who are in no way supporters of Milo FC threw projectiles toward the technical area."

This "regrettable act," as labeled by the club, resulted in injuries to two members of the Wakriya AC squad.

Club Leadership Denounces "Irresponsible" Behavior

Moving beyond a simple acknowledgment, Milo FC’s response was one of unequivocal condemnation. The club described the behavior as "irresponsible" and stated it "condemns in the strongest terms these actions that contradict the values of sports, fair play, and mutual respect that should guide every match."

The statement also extended "full solidarity and wishes for a speedy recovery to the affected players," a crucial public gesture of sportsmanship following a damaging incident.

The Wider Context: Stadium Security and Fan Conduct in Focus

While isolated incidents, acts of violence at football matches pose a significant threat to the sport’s integrity and safety. This event in Kankan immediately shifts focus to the effectiveness of stadium security protocols, particularly in areas like tunnel and locker room access which are typically secured.

Milo FC’s swift effort to distance the club from the perpetrators highlights a common challenge for sports organizations worldwide: managing the actions of individuals who are not official supporters but whose actions can severely tarnish a club’s reputation.

Accountability and the Path Forward

Emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy, Milo FC has announced concrete steps toward accountability. The club confirmed it is "in collaboration with the relevant authorities" and has "immediately initiated procedures to identify those responsible for these acts so they can answer for their actions."

This proactive approach is critical not only for justice but also for restoring trust. The club concluded its statement by reiterating its commitment to ensuring "a healthy, safe, and respectful environment for all participants,&quot> a standard all sporting institutions must uphold.

Source: This report is based on information first published by Media Guinee.