AFC Leopards lost 2-0 to Ulinzi Stars, intensifying pressure on coach Tomas Trucha.
Fans issued warning letters before the match, stormed the pitch after the loss, and targeted Trucha.
Leopards suspended three key players due to a breach of contract ahead of the game.
AFC Leopards coach Tomas Trucha is facing heightened scrutiny following his team’s 2-0 defeat to Ulinzi Stars at Kinoru Stadium in an FKF Premier League round 8 fixture.
Fans, frustrated by recent performances, had warned Trucha and his staff before the game, threatening consequences if the team suffered another loss. During the match, Ulinzi capitalized on second-half goals from Yakeen Mutheli and Boniface Muchiri, propelling them up the league standings and leaving AFC Leopards with another disappointing result.
The tense atmosphere reached a breaking point when fans stormed the pitch after Ulinzi’s second goal. However, security personnel swiftly intervened, dispersing the crowd with teargas and ensuring Trucha’s safety.
Adding to AFC Leopards’ challenges, the club suspended assistant captain Victor Omune, defender Kennedy Owino, and Julius Masaba before the match for participating in an amateur game without the club’s permission. The players are serving a two-week suspension without pay.
The recent loss marks Leopards’ third consecutive match without a win, following a 1-0 loss to Murang’a Seal and a 1-1 draw with Kariobangi Sharks. With AFC Leopards’ title hopes hanging in the balance, discussions about Trucha’s future are expected as the team aims to recover from a challenging phase.
Visit Flashscore.co.ke for Live Football Scores
