Singida Black Stars keeper Obasogie denies match fixing allegations

Singida Black Stars goalkeeper Amas Obasogie has denied the match fixing allegations leveled against him.

​The Tanzania Mainland Premier League club announced on Friday the three-month suspension of Obasogie for allegedly manipulating the outcome of a CAF Confederation Cup match as well as a domestic fixture.

However, the Nigerian international has come out to debunk the reports and has vowed to clear his name.

​Footballing errors, not match fixing

​The 26-year-old claimed that the goals he conceded in both games were the result of footballing errors and not deliberate misconduct.

“I state clearly that I have never engaged in match-fixing and will never do so. The goals conceded in the CAF Confederation Cup match against Flambeau de Centre and the NBC Premier League fixture against Namungo FC were the result of footballing errors, not deliberate misconduct.”

Obasogie also pledged loyalty to his current club, accepting full responsibility for his performance while maintaining that he did not manipulate the matches.

“I accept full responsibility for my performance; however mistakes on the field must not be mistaken for match manipulation. I’m committed to serving the club with honour and contributing to its success.”

 

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The former Bendel Insurance shot stopper is expected to appear before a disciplinary committee to defend his integrity.