Omotayo Fashola
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has opened an official inquiry into the chaotic scenes that erupted following Nigeria’s 2–0 triumph against Algeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash in Marrakech.
According to sources, CAF is meticulously examining testimonies from match officials, stadium security teams, and accredited journalists to determine the root cause of the unrest.
Super Eagles’ forwards Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams delivered decisive second-half strikes, booking Nigeria’s spot in the tournament’s semifinals.
Algerian players and supporters erupted in anger at the final whistle, directing their fury toward referee Issa Sy and his assistants over controversial calls during the match.
The situation escalated as Algerian players attempted to physically confront the officiating crew before security personnel swiftly intervened to restore order.
In the stands, enraged Algerian fans clashed with security, attempting to storm the pitch while reportedly causing damage to stadium facilities.
