AS FAR: the club denies that any supporters have been arrested and calls for calm

AS FAR denies arrest: AS FAR denies any involvement in the alleged arrest of supporters. It also warns against the escalation caused by online rumours.

For Moroccans living abroad who follow the league closely and sometimes travel to the stadium during their visits, this reminder to remain vigilant highlights the importance of relying solely on official channels before sharing sensitive information.

AS FAR denies arrest of supporters

In a statement, the AS FAR management asserts that the information circulating on social media regarding the arrest or detention of several supporters ‘is completely unfounded’.

The military club thus rejects any link to operations targeting its fans. It condemns content likely to sow confusion and create divisions between the various sections of the club and its supporters.

AS FAR reiterates that only information confirmed by official sources should be taken into account. The club emphasises the need to verify the source of any rumour before sharing it, particularly when it concerns the safety or reputation of supporters.

A call for vigilance on social media

The club’s management is calling on its supporters to exercise caution regarding content shared online. It urges them not to be misled by posts from unknown or unverified accounts.

For supporters living outside Morocco, who often receive news almost exclusively via social media and fan groups, this message is all the more important. A rumour originating from an anonymous page can quickly spread to the overseas community, fuelling a climate of mistrust and complicating the organisation of trips to the stadium during the holidays.

The club believes that the current situation calls for closing ranks and strengthening collective responsibility. This is particularly important as the upcoming fixtures draw nearer. The management insists that support for the team must not be exploited.

Risk of escalation and the fight against hooliganism

In its statement, AS FAR also warns against certain content that may be circulated by individuals seeking to further ‘purely personal agendas and interests’.

According to the club, the dissemination of false information is not merely a matter of rumours. It can contribute to creating a climate of tension – or even escalation – between supporters and with other stakeholders in football.

AS FAR fears that this context may fuel violent behaviour or acts of hooliganism, both in the stands and outside stadiums. This risk also applies to matches with large crowds where local supporters mix with fans visiting from abroad whilst on holiday in Morocco.

For supporters, both in Morocco and abroad

To support this warning, there are a few key steps supporters should take. This includes those following AS FAR from Europe or North America:

• Always check the source of any sensitive information before sharing it.
• Give priority to consulting official statements and channels from the club or the relevant authorities.
• Avoid sharing messages that explicitly incite confrontation or hatred.
• Report suspicious content in supporters’ groups and prioritise dialogue.

Finally, AS FAR emphasises that freedom of expression and the right to express an opinion must never be used to justify disinformation or violence. The club calls on all its supporters, in Morocco and beyond, to protect the team’s image by behaving responsibly, both in stadiums and online.

For further information, see our latest Canal212 news for Moroccans living abroad.

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