Former Super Eagles international Mohammed Gambo has expressed delight that goalkeeper Amas Obasogie has been cleared of match-fixing allegations by Singida Black Stars SC.
Recall that the Nigerian goalkeeper had been accused of match-fixing by the Tanzanian club last month and was initially suspended for a period of three months.
The allegations had surfaced after the 25-year-old made a high-profile mistake during the club’s 1-1 draw against Namungo FC, where the goalkeeper conceded a late goal in the clash.
However, after investigations were conducted by the Tanzania club, Obasogie was exonerated of all charges and reinstated into the team.
Gambo reacts to exoneration of Obasogie on match-fixing allegations
While reacting to the news, former Nigerian international Gambo was satisfied with the result of the investigations conducted by Singida Stars and tipped Obasogie to return to form at the club.
“When I saw the initial news and the videos that were attributed to his suspicion of involvement in match-fixing, I knew he was innocent”, Gambo stated.
“Anyone could have made those mistakes. It is part and parcel of the game, and even though it looks bad, in my opinion, it was an error any goalkeeper could have made.
“I am happy he has now been cleared, as such allegations are very heavy and not to be played with. I have known Amas for a while and personally, I did not think he would do such a thing. He is a very professional player and a good person for that matter”, the former Super Eagles star added.
“With his innocence proven, I pray he gets his shirt back in the team and starts playing football again. I am very happy all of this is over and he can once again concentrate on his career.”
With his name cleared, Obasogie will now return to action with his club and is in contention to play in their next match against Simba on Wednesday.
