The police mistook the football player for a fan and whipped him.

The police mistook the football player for a fan and whipped him.

15.10.2024 14:52

The events that unfolded after the match between Burundi and Burkina Faso in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers made headlines in the sports world. Police, attempting to disperse fans who entered the field after the match, mistakenly whipped a Burundian player, thinking he was a fan.

Burundi hosted Burkina Faso in Group L of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers. Burkina Faso won the match 2-0 with goals from Mohamed Konate and Bertrand Traore.

THE SITUATION ESCALATED

With the final whistle, the field was suddenly thrown into chaos. Fans who entered the field after Burkina Faso's victory caused tense moments.

POLICE WHIPPED A PLAYER

In the ensuing incidents, a police officer whipped a Burundian player, mistaking him for a fan. This intervention drew significant backlash. It has been reported that the Burundi Football Federation will request an investigation following the scandal.

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