Tunis, Tunisia – (African Boulevard News) – The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has strongly condemned the unruly behavior of some supporters during two TotalEnergies CAF Champions League fixtures in Tunisia and Morocco over the weekend.
The incidents took place during the matches between Esperance Sportive de Tunis and MC Alger, and between Wydad Athletic Club and Kaizer Chiefs. In both cases, supporters disrupted the matches by throwing objects onto the pitch, which temporarily halted play.
CAF has released a statement, expressing its disappointment with the actions of these supporters. They strongly condemned the unruly behavior and called on all stakeholders to ensure that the beautiful game is played in an atmosphere of fair play and respect.
“Caf strongly condemns the behavior of these supporters, which has no place in football, and calls on all stakeholders to take the necessary measures to ensure that such incidents do not recur,” the statement read.
CAF has also clarified that disciplinary proceedings will be launched against the teams involved, in accordance with the organization’s regulations.
The incidents have sparked condemnation from football lovers, who have taken to social media to express their disappointment. Many believe that such behavior has no place in football and that those responsible should face serious consequences.
Football analyst, Kwabena Yeboah, has also weighed in on the issue, stating that such behavior is detrimental to the image of African football.
“Football is a beautiful game that brings people together. However, such behavior undermines the very essence of the sport. We need to do better as a continent and ensure that our footballing culture is one that values respect and fair play,” he said.
In conclusion, the incidents that occurred during the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League matches in Tunisia and Morocco have been strongly condemned by the Confederation of African Football. CAF has called on all stakeholders to take measures to ensure that such incidents do not happen again, reiterating its commitment to promoting fair play and respect within the sport.
