The encounter between Oc Muungano and As V.Club during the 20th round of the first division championship took a grim turn as violence erupted, resulting in multiple injuries and one fatality, as reported by on-site sources.
The incident unfolded when a goal by a Muugano player was disallowed after the referee’s whistle, sparking a surge in tensions for a brief period. At the halftime break, the score remained deadlock.
In the second half, controversy ensued when the referee allowed a goal from Muugano’s Etekiama player, judging it valid after the As V.Club goalkeeper released the ball. This decision led to supporters invading the playing area, prompting law enforcement to employ tear gas to disperse the unruly crowd. Shockingly, a spectator was reportedly shot at close range, according to an eyewitness account from a supporter.
The Congolese federation commission is set to investigate and adjudicate on the events surrounding this match.
