"CAF has referred the matters to the disciplinary board for investigation and has called for appropriate action to be taken if the identified persons were to be found guilty of any wrongdoing, said African football's governing body in a statement on Monday. list of 3 itemsend of list Tensions spilled over on the pitch at the end of Saturday's game in Marrakesh,"
"Referee Issa Sy was shielded from irate Algeria team staff and was escorted off the field. Video clips showed Sy was still being pursued in the mixed zone for media and broadcasters as he made his way to his cabin. Any disciplinary action could have an impact on the Super Eagles as they prepare for their semifinal showdown on Wednesday against Morocco."
CAF opened an investigation and referred incidents from the Algeria–Nigeria AFCON quarterfinal to its disciplinary board, warning of possible sanctions against players, team officials and journalists found guilty of wrongdoing. Tensions spilled over in Marrakesh after Nigeria's 2-0 win with second-half goals by Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams. Referee Issa Sy was shielded and escorted off the field and was later pursued in the mixed zone, where accredited media also fought. CAF condemned inappropriate behaviour targeting referees and organisers. Any disciplinary action could affect Nigeria ahead of their semifinal with Morocco. Algeria's federation filed a complaint over refereeing, citing damaged credibility.
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