Nana Pooley: Old Video of Late Kotoko Fan Recalling Legon Cities Attack Surfaces
- Nana Pooley, a famous Kumasi Asante Kotoko fan, painfully passed away after their game against Nsoatreman FC
- The staunch Asante Kotoko fan was also involved in an altercation during the Ghana Premier League match against Legon Cities
- The passing of the supporter has left Ghanaian football fans in a state of mourning after the GPL game in Nsuatre
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A resurfaced video of Asante Kotoko fan Nana Pooley, who tragically lost his life following a clash with Nsoatreman FC supporters, has sparked deep sorrow among Ghanaian football fans.
Pooley, a well-known and passionate Kotoko supporter, was reportedly involved in a confrontation with Nsoatreman fans after Kotoko’s 1-0 defeat on Sunday.
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His untimely passing has led to widespread tributes from the football community.
In a newly circulated video, Pooley is seen narrating a previous altercation involving Legon Cities officials at the University of Ghana Stadium during a Premier League encounter.
Pooley narrates an attack on him vs Legon Cities
The footage shows him removing his shirt, seemingly preparing for a physical confrontation.
Recalling the incident, Pooley stated that after halftime, a Legon Cities official attempted to prevent Kotoko players from warming up.
He also alleged that the official tried to place an object resembling "juju" near the Kotoko goalpost, leading to a heated exchange.
Pooley jumped from the VIP section onto the field to defend a Kotoko official, ultimately engaging in a brief scuffle before police intervened.
Watch video below
His resurfaced words now serve as a painful reminder of the violence that continues to plague Ghanaian football.
Asante Kotoko eventually lost the match 1-0 on October 30, 2024.
Poor security system in Ghana Premier League
Ghanaian journalist Prince Dornu-Leiku has criticised the security arrangements in the Ghana Premier League, citing an incident involving Pooley, a well-known football fan.
Pooley was captured on video jumping from the VIP section onto the field to confront Legon Cities officials, raising concerns about safety and crowd control at league venues.
Dornu-Leiku expressed his disappointment, emphasizing that such breaches should not happen in a top-flight league.
"This video clearly shows how weak the security system is in the Ghana Premier League, he told YEN.com.gh. A fan should never be able to jump from the VIP section onto the pitch unchecked.
If this can happen so easily, what stops someone with bad intentions from causing harm?" he questioned.
He further urged league organisers to tighten security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
"We have seen instances where fans invade the pitch without resistance, and it keeps happening. The league authorities must act swiftly because this is unacceptable at any level of professional football," he added.
Kotoko mourn passing of Pooley
The Kumasi-based club took to social media to mourn the passing of the player while calling for an end to hooliganism in football.
The club broke the news of the supporter's passing after he failed to survive an attack from fans of Nsoatreman.
"With a heavy heart , we announce the untimely demise of our beloved supporter, Frimpong Yaw Francis, whose life was taken by some hooligans at the Nsoatre Park during our #GOLM19 game against Nsoatreman F.C. Our deepest condolences to the family," posted Kotoko on X.
Nsoatreman discloses how Pooley's death happened
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that Nsoatreman FC provided a heartbreaking account of Nana Pooley's tragic passing.
According to the club, the altercation that led to his death allegedly began at a nearby drinking spot before escalating beyond control.
The Bono Region-based side has since vowed to pursue justice for their devoted superfan.
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Source: YEN.com.gh
