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Football: referee attacked after penalty in Kenya

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Kenyan referee John Sulwe was violently attacked by players and supporters during the play-off between Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United, after a penalty was awarded in the final minute. Kariobangi Sharks were leading 2-1 in the decisive promotion match, Seneweb reports.

Referee John Sulwe was beaten by players and supporters after awarding a penalty during a decisive match for promotion to the Kenyan Premier League. The violence took place on Tuesday 6 October at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, during the play-off between Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United, Seneweb reports.

Both teams had to win by at least one goal to secure promotion to Kenya’s top division for the 2026-2027 season, according to Seneweb.

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