Super Eagles<\/a> captain and Kano Pillars general manager, Ahmed Musa, has issued a deeply emotional apology following violent scenes that marred Sunday\u2019s Nigeria Premier Football League<\/a> clash between Kano Pillars and Shooting Stars Sports Club at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Soccernet.ng reports<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Supporters of the home side invaded the pitch and attacked Shooting Stars players and match officials after the game ended 1-1, with tensions boiling over in stoppage time.<\/p>\n In a heartfelt statement on Sunday night, Musa described the incident as \u201cheartbreaking, shameful, and completely unacceptable.\u201d<\/p>\n The former Leicester City<\/a> forward stressed that the ugly scenes were against the true values and proud history of Kano Pillars.<\/p>\n Musa, who doubles as the club\u2019s player and general manager, did not hold back his disappointment, apologising to Shooting Stars, the referees, the NPFL board, and football fans across Nigeria.<\/p>\n \u201cI, Ahmed Musa, the General Manager of Kano Pillars Football Club, extend my deepest and most sincere apologies for the unfortunate, painful, and disgraceful incident that occurred during our game against Shooting Stars Sports Club on Sunday evening.<\/p>\n \u201cWhat transpired against Shooting Stars is heartbreaking, shameful, and completely unacceptable. It does not represent the true values, identity, or proud history of Kano Pillars.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n I, Ahmed Musa, the General Manager of Kano Pillars Football Club, extend my deepest and most sincere apologies for the unfortunate, painful, and disgraceful incident that occurred during our game against Shooting Stars Sports Club on Sunday evening. <\/p>\n What transpired against\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \u2014 Ahmed Musa (MON) (OON) \ufe0f\ufe0f (@Ahmedmusa718) October 12, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n The former Al Nassr forward vowed that the club would collaborate with relevant authorities to identify and punish those responsible.<\/p>\n \u201cViolence has no place in football. It is unacceptable, unjustifiable, and goes against everything this beautiful sport stands for,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n \u201cWe understand that apologies alone are not enough. Words must be followed by action.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Get Our Sports News First \u2013 Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The violence erupted moments after Shooting Stars equalised in stoppage time through Adams Mustapha, cancelling out an early opener by Pillars\u2019 Mustapha Jibrin.<\/p>\n Pillars had earlier thought they had scored a second goal, but it was disallowed for offside, a decision that infuriated the home supporters. Replays showed inconclusive footage, and with no VAR in the NPFL, tensions rose sharply.<\/p>\n THIS IS BARBARIC!!! <\/p>\n Kano Pillars running after the ref after Shooting Stars equalised against Kano Pillars. <\/p>\n SAD. pic.twitter.com\/5SDMmiPo9G<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n \u2014 POOJA!!! (@PoojaMedia) October 12, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n At full time, angry fans invaded the pitch, chasing match officials and attacking Shooting Stars players and coaches. Security personnel eventually stepped in to protect the visitors and the referees, escorting them out under heavy guard.<\/p>\n The latest incident adds to a worrying pattern of fan misconduct involving the four-time NPFL champions.<\/p>\n Since 2019, Kano Pillars have reportedly been fined more than \u20a636 million for various cases of crowd trouble and violent behaviour by their supporters.<\/p>\n Musa acknowledged the club\u2019s responsibility, urging fans to channel their passion positively.<\/p>\n \u201cTo our loyal fans, I want to speak directly to you. True support is shown not through violence, but through respect, passion, and discipline.<\/p>\n \u201cThis must be a turning point for us. We must remind the world that our love for this club can be powerful without being destructive.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n The 31-year-old captain promised internal reforms to ensure such shameful scenes never happen again.<\/p>\n \u201cWe take full responsibility and will do everything necessary to restore trust, respect, and the true spirit of football in Kano and across Nigeria.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) board is expected to launch an investigation into the incident, with potential sanctions looming over Kano Pillars.<\/p>\n Shooting Stars have, in a statement, condemned the actions of the Pillars fans.<\/p>\n CLUB STATEMENT ON MATCHDAY 8 INCIDENT pic.twitter.com\/rwoqfjfpUx<\/a><\/p>\n![\"Soccer](\"https:\/\/soccernet.ng\/thumbor\/b-1y6H2ktsfmp4L3kUxl22_nCzk=\/750x500\/smart\/https%3A%2F%2Fsoccernet.ng%2Fapp%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F08%2FGyKVgw4X0AAMlyZ.jpeg\")
Soccer \u2018Violence has no place in football,’ says Musa<\/h2>\n
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Soccer Kano Pillars fans went wild after disallowed goal<\/h2>\n
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