Morocco Triumphs Over DR Congo in Tense Match
The women’s football match between Morocco and DR Congo ended in a thrilling 3-2 victory for Morocco. However, the game was overshadowed by a violent incident that occurred in the 59th minute, leaving fans and players shaken.
Congo Dr Player Foul Sparks Chaos
The tension began when DR Congo star Ruth Monique Kipoyi, who plays for Galatasaray in Turkey, committed a severe foul against Morocco’s No. 10, the 36-year-old Najat Badri. The foul was met with immediate outrage from the Moroccan team. Zineb Redouani of Morocco was the first to confront Kipoyi, leading to a heated exchange on the field.
The Escalation and Blow
The situation escalated quickly when Yasmine Katie Mrabet, another Moroccan player, joined the confrontation. Kipoyi responded to Mrabet with a heavy blow, causing Mrabet to fall to the ground helplessly. The scene became chaotic, almost beyond the control of the referee, as players from both sides got involved in the fracas.
Aftermath and Consequences
Kipoyi was eventually sent off with a red card, leaving her team a player down. Despite the turmoil, Morocco managed to secure their victory with a hat-trick from Ibtissam Jraidi. The violent incident left fans fuming, with many tagging Kipoyi as a “pure animal” and hurling several derogatory names at the Galatasaray forward. This unpleasant episode marred an otherwise exciting match, highlighting the need for better control and sportsmanship in the game.