Tension flared on Saturday during a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match between Katsina United and Barau Football Club, after a Barau FC player, Nana Abraham, was brutally attacked by enraged home fans.
The incident occurred shortly after Abraham scored a 69th-minute equaliser to level the game at 1-1, a goal that appeared to infuriate some Katsina United supporters. Reports indicate that the player sustained a deep cut on his neck following the assault.
Barau FC confirmed the attack in a post on its official X handle, writing
“70’ The match is temporarily halted following an attack on Barau FC player, Nana Abraham. Katsina United | 1-1 | Baraau FC.”
Security operatives intervened to restore order, leading to a temporary halt in play. The injured player was substituted, and the match later resumed like nothing had happened.
As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official statement from either Katsina United or the NPFL management regarding the incident.
