The Digest:
Violence erupted at the NPFL match between Katsina United and Barau FC on Saturday after home fans attacked Barau player Nana Abraham moments after his team scored a 69th-minute equaliser. The match was temporarily halted as Abraham received treatment for a neck injury while security personnel struggled to control the chaotic scene.
Key Points:
- Incident occurred after Orji Kalu's equaliser made it 1-1
- Barau FC confirmed the attack via official social media channels
- Images showed Abraham bleeding from a neck wound
- Security operatives eventually restored order
- NPFL and Katsina United are yet to issue official statements
- Comes weeks after a similar attack on Shooting Stars in Kano
- Raises continuing concerns about stadium security in Nigerian football
Sources: Sahara Reporters
