By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Nigeria goalkeeper Amas Obasogie has denied match-fixing allegations against him, Prompt News reports.
Obasogie has been handed a three-month suspension by Tanzanian outfit Singida Black Stars for allegedly manipulating the outcome of a CAF Confederation Cup match as well as a domestic game.
The 26-year-old, who denied any involvement in match-fixing is ready to clear his name.
“I state clearly that I have never engaged in match-fixing and will never do so,” Obasogie said in a statement.
“The goals conceded in the CAF Confederation Cup match against Flambeau de Centre and the NBC Premier League fixture against Namungo FC were the result of footballing errors, not deliberate misconduct.
“I accept full responsibility for my performance; however mistakes on the field must not be mistaken for match manipulation.”
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