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St Joseph's Boys vs St Anthony's Boys tie abandoned as referees rescued from irate fans

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St Joseph Boys National school players argues with FKF officials after allegedly denied a penalty for a foul play committed by St Anthony Boys players inside penalty area. The game ended prematurely at the 80 minutes. [Osinde Obare, Standard]

Police were forced to rescue and evacuate referees after a tense Trans Nzoia KSSSA semi-final football match between rivals St Joseph's Boys National School and St Anthony's Boys High School.

The game at Ndura Sports Complex Kitale was abandoned in the 80th minute after the referee failed to award a controversial penalty to St Joseph's Boys.

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