The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has launched an investigation into allegations of match-fixing involving goalkeeper Patrick Matasi.
In a statement on Thursday, March 27, FKF reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the integrity of football and ensuring fair competition.
"The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) is aware of videos circulating online involving goalkeeper Patrick Matasi, raising concerns about possible match manipulation. FKF upholds the integrity of football and has launched an official investigation in collaboration with FIFA, CAF, and other relevant authorities.
"We reaffirm our zero-tolerance policy on match manipulation and are committed to safeguarding the credibility of our competitions," the statement read.
The federation emphasized that the investigation will follow strict regulations to ensure fairness.
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"This investigation will adhere to FKF’s Anti-Match Manipulation Regulations and FIFA guidelines, ensuring a fair, transparent, and thorough process. The rights of the player and his club will be respected, and appropriate action will be taken based on the findings," the statement continued.
As part of the investigation, FKF has encouraged individuals with relevant information regarding the matter to come forward.
"We encourage anyone with credible information to assist in this investigation. All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality. Information can be submitted via [email protected]," the statement concluded.
The investigation comes after videos circulating online raised concerns about possible match manipulation.
The footage, which surfaced online on Thursday, March 27, shows the goalkeeper engaged in a conversation with unidentified individuals discussing a 'deal' to manipulate the outcome of a football match.
The video, recorded inside a car, captures Matasi clearly visible as an unidentified man instructs him on how the supposed fix would be executed.
“I repeat again before the boss, this is the first deal, I beg you. You know how we have done this, I have never let you down, you have never let me down,” the man is heard saying while Matasi nods in agreement.
