Senegalese and Tunisian Journalists Clash Over Penalty Decision

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Nyakundi Report

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Primary source Kenyan Digest archive

This archive report was first published on 15 July 2019.

On July 15, 2019, a dramatic incident unfolded at the African Cup of Nations semi-final match between Senegal and Tunisia.

As the match entered extra-time with the score tied at 0-0, tensions ran high among the journalists covering the event.

A video emerged online showing a group of Senegalese and Tunisian journalists engaging in a heated argument, which eventually turned into a fist fight.

The altercation reportedly occurred over a disputed penalty decision, with the Tunisian goalkeeper Moez Hassen at the center of the controversy.

Despite the intense drama, Senegal went on to win the match, securing a spot in the finals against Algeria.

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