05.06.2024 17:10
Ruth Kipoyi, a Democratic Congolese player who plays for Galatasaray Women's Football Team, punched opponent Yasmin Mrabet during a national match against Morocco. Mrabet thanked those who supported her in a statement following the incident. Kipoyi apologized to her opponent for throwing the punch.
In the women's national football match between Democratic Congo and Morocco, Ruth Kipoyi, who plays for Galatasaray, went crazy when she was punished with a red card by the referee.
SHE PUNCHED HER OPPONENT
Kipoyi was punished with a red card in the 62nd minute of the match after her intervention against her opponent. The 26-year-old football player, who received a reaction from her opponent Yasmin Mrabet, couldn't control her nerves and punched the Moroccan football player.
STATEMENT FROM MRABET
Mrabet stated that Kipoyi's actions were unacceptable and thanked everyone for the support messages she received.
KIPOYI APOLOGIZED
In her statement, Kipoyi said, "My actions yesterday do not represent me. I lost my composure and behaved in a way that disappointed myself. I sincerely apologize to Yasmin. I am very sorry. I should learn from this and become a better person."