Pundit: Algeria Versus Nigeria AFCON Quarterfinal Fixed

Pundit: Algeria Versus Nigeria AFCON Quarterfinal Fixed

Ibrahim Lateef

Hafid Derradji, the commentator for the game, ignited controversy with comments many deemed biased., BSNSports.com.ng has sourced.

The beIN Sports commentator, who has consistently demonstrated animosity toward Morocco, asserted that Algeria’s lack of cohesion stemmed from fatigue after their previous match against Congo.

He further suggested that Nigeria’s coach exuded an air of certainty about victory, implying that the match may have been fixed or rigged in favor of Nigeria.

Algeria’s discontent following their defeat to Nigeria triggered a series of volatile reactions, both on and off the pitch.

During and after the quarter-finals on Saturday, the Algerian players and delegation confronted match officials, accusing them of “unfair refereeing.”

Every decision or yellow card against an Algerian player incited visible outrage among fans, who expressed their discontent with gestures and loud protests, asserting that the game was somehow rigged against them.

Despite Algeria’s inconsistent performance and lapses in focus throughout the match, players echoed the same widespread frustrations.

Tensions flared into altercations between players and heated exchanges with match officials, resulting in multiple yellow cards.

This embattled scenario extended into the media zone, where Algerian journalists clashed verbally with their Moroccan counterparts, reflecting the escalating tensions surrounding the match.

 Ultimately, Nigeria triumphed over Algeria with a 2-0 scoreline, securing their spot in the semi-finals opposite Morocco. This crucial match is set for Wednesday at 9 p.m. in Rabat’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.