The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has suspended Harambee Stars goalkeeper Patrick Matasi for three months following allegations of match-fixing.
Matasi, who also plays for Kakamega Homeboyz, garnered significant attention after a video surfaced online showing him with unidentified individuals allegedly involved in match-fixing.
In the video, he is said to have promised to manipulate a game in collaboration with the fixers.
FKF initially announced that it had launched an investigation into the allegations, and just hours later, confirmed Matasi’s 90-day suspension as investigations continue.
“The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has provisionally suspended goalkeeper Patrick Matasi from all FKF-sanctioned events and competitions for 90 days, following concerns raised by circulating videos suggesting possible match manipulation,” said FKF.
The decision, made in accordance with Section VII (2) of the FKF Anti-Match Manipulation Regulations (2016), has been communicated to both Kakamega Homeboyz FC and Matasi.
“FKF, in collaboration with FIFA, CAF, and other relevant authorities, has initiated an official investigation into the matter.
The Federation remains committed to upholding integrity in football and ensuring a fair and transparent process for all involved parties. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses,” FKF added.
Matasi has played for several Kenyan Premier League clubs, including Kenya Police FC, Tusker FC, and AFC Leopards.
He has been a long-standing member of the Harambee Stars, participating in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt and playing a pivotal role in Kenya’s 2013 CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup victory.
