The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is investigating Real Tamale United (RTU) for allegedly using unregistered players in a match against Dreams FC, which resulted in an 8-1 defeat for RTU.
Widespread reports suggest that in a Ghana Premier League match today, a player who did not travel with his team was recorded to have scored the consolation goal for the team.
Another player who was home 500Km away from match venue heard on radio that he had been subbed on for…
— Saddick Adams (@SaddickAdams) June 12, 2024
The GFA has charged RTU under Section 34(6)(d) of the GFA Disciplinary Code, 2019, for this misconduct.
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Dreams FC have confirmed their status in the Ghana Premier League for next season after beating RTU 8-1 🔥@Flashscorecom pic.twitter.com/uZwadBFxER
— Owuraku Ampofo (@_owurakuampofo) June 12, 2024
The investigation also includes allegations of player impersonation.
GFA Statement on Dreams FC 8-1 RTU and matters arising. pic.twitter.com/iPQO58XEuZ
— Gary Al-Smith (@garyalsmith) June 13, 2024
RTU’s main players reportedly did not participate in the match due to unpaid salaries and bonuses.
The GFA is taking these allegations seriously to maintain the integrity of the game.
