The Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) has officially taken sweeping disciplinary actions following explosive investigations into match manipulation and officiating scandals in the MTN Elite One championship
The integrity of Cameroon’s top-flight division has been thrown into intense scrutiny after administrative bodies finalized reviews into highly controversial fixtures. As regional leagues and top clubs prepare for transition windows, these newly confirmed sanctions underscore a strict regulatory crackdown implemented directly under the local federation’s oversight.
Entire Refereeing Team Banned in Victoria United Scandal
In a decisive ruling, FECAFOOT slammed an immediate, blanket suspension on the entire refereeing crew and the match inspector involved in a chaotic Elite One fixture between Victoria United and PWD Bamenda.
The match, which took place at Limbe’s Centenary Stadium, erupted into widespread controversy after the officiating crew awarded three separate penalties in favor of Victoria United while disallowing two clear goals scored by PWD Bamenda. The shocking 3-0 result triggered fury from coaches and supporters alike. Highlighting “clearly questionable refereeing decisions,” the disciplinary committee has barred all involved officials from all football-related activities pending further legal proceedings.
Match-Fixing Probe Launched Against Dynamo Douala and AS Fortuna
Compounding the league’s administrative drama, FECAFOOT concurrently confirmed that it has opened an expansive administrative inquiry into serious suspicions of match manipulation regarding a fixture between Dynamo Douala and AS Fortuna.
A specialized investigative commission has been formally mandated to probe the encounter, with strict structural instructions to recommend heavy sports and financial sanctions if fraudulent collusion is confirmed. The federation strongly reiterated that competition results must strictly be earned on the field of play, signaling zero tolerance for corruption as club entities navigate their local standing.
