During Tanzania‘s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in opposition to Niger, three ball boys have been despatched off by the referee, Mohamed Al Sayd, in stoppage time. The incident occurred as Tanzania was main 1-0 via a aim from Simon Msuva.
In an try and run down the clock and forestall Niger from equalizing, the ball boys resorted to throwing additional balls onto the pitch, inflicting a delay within the match. The tactic was seen by the Niger bench, who reacted angrily to the scenario.
Referee Al Sayd intervened by operating over to the touchline and ushering the ball boys away, addressing the problem and restoring order to the sport. Despite the disruption, Tanzania managed to carry on to their 1-0 lead, securing the victory within the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.
The incident gained consideration on social media, with the video clip of the ball boys‘ actions going viral.
Source: www.anews.com.tr
