Buter fined N500,000 by NPFL for referee comments

Sporting Lagos coach Jeffrey Buter has been fined N500,000 by the Nigerian Premier Football League, NPFL, for comments made following his team’s local derby against Ikorodu City.

Buter was penalized after admitting he made a mistake in his post-match interview, where he made comments about the officiating during the match.

When making its decision, the NPFL also took into account the young coach’s limited experience in the league.

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Buter was invited to Abuja by the league body on Wednesday to clarify the statement and explain his comments.

The Sporting Lagos strategist has seven working days to pay the N500,000 fine, failing which he could face further sanctions.

The NPFL also warned coaches and club officials against making reckless or inflammatory statements, urging them to channel complaints through the appropriate official procedures.

By Adeboye Amosu