Deutsch says better officiating will transform NPFL
Akure's Sunshine Stars FC Head Coach Emmanuel Deutsch has called for better officiating and security at match venues to improve the standard of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) .
The Cameroonian tactician told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja that officiating in accordance with international best practice was key to the growth of the League.
Deutsch described the Nigerian league as full of talent that can conquer Africa if the right infrastructure and administrative measures are put in place.
The former Abia Warriors manager also lamented the growing wave of hooliganism in the League, with a call for tougher measures next season.
“Refereeing for the NPFL season that just ended could be better. We had situations where referees and officials were assaulted and beaten at match sites.
“The Nigerian league is good but there is a need for improvement that is why we are calling for more security in our stadiums.
ALSO READ: UPDATE: Rivers United are Nigerian League champions after Plateau United defeat"We need our referees to feel safe to make the right decisions and not be afraid of the home team fans," he said.
He said the technical team at Sunshine Stars are walking around the clock with management to ensure the team bounces back next season.
The Sunshine Stars finished 11th in the 2021/2022 season and the manager, who joined them mid-season, said the aim was to start the new season well and do better.
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Akure's Sunshine Stars FC Head Coach Emmanuel Deutsch has called for better officiating and security at match venues to improve the standard of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) .
The Cameroonian tactician told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja that officiating in accordance with international best practice was key to the growth of the League.
Deutsch described the Nigerian league as full of talent that can conquer Africa if the right infrastructure and administrative measures are put in place.
The former Abia Warriors manager also lamented the growing wave of hooliganism in the League, with a call for tougher measures next season.
“Refereeing for the NPFL season that just ended could be better. We had situations where referees and officials were assaulted and beaten at match sites.
“The Nigerian league is good but there is a need for improvement that is why we are calling for more security in our stadiums.
ALSO READ: UPDATE: Rivers United are Nigerian League champions after Plateau United defeat"We need our referees to feel safe to make the right decisions and not be afraid of the home team fans," he said.
He said the technical team at Sunshine Stars are walking around the clock with management to ensure the team bounces back next season.
The Sunshine Stars finished 11th in the 2021/2022 season and the manager, who joined them mid-season, said the aim was to start the new season well and do better.
NA
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