11/09/2025
Title: A Call for Aweil West to Withdraw from the BCPT Tournament
By Dau Majak Akhon
As a proud son of Aweil West, I feel compelled to speak out about the ongoing misunderstandings and unfair treatment we are experiencing in the current tournament against Yirol West.
Key Issues
1. Favoritism from BCPT Committees: It has become increasingly clear that the BCPT committees are favoring Yirol West. This bias undermines the spirit of fair competition and raises serious concerns among our supporters.
2. Unjust Fine: Aweil West has been fined 1.5 SSP, which feels both unfair and confusing, especially given the context of recent events.
3. Controversial Rematch: After a hard-fought 90 minutes where the Yirol West goalkeeper refused to use the designated goalpost for penalties, BCPT management declared Aweil West the winner of the quarter-finals. However, Yirol West later submitted a petition claiming we fielded an ineligible player. According to established football rules, a team found to have played an ineligible player typically faces a fine, not a rematch.
4. Mixed Messages: It is perplexing that BCPT is pushing for a rematch while simultaneously imposing a fine on Aweil West. This inconsistency raises questions about the integrity of the tournament.
A Proposal for Withdrawal
Given the ongoing unfair treatment and confusion, I strongly urge Aweil West to consider withdrawing from this tournament. We deserve to compete in an environment that respects all teams equally, and continuing under these conditions only diminishes our pride as a community.
Conclusion
Let us unite as a strong community. By withdrawing, we send a clear message that we will not tolerate inequality or unfair practices. It’s time for Aweil West to take a stand for justice and dignity.
