Referee Mustafa Aldrissi was assaulted by fans during the match between Al-Nasr and Al-Akhdar as he brandished a red card. The match ended in a 2-2 draw, with both teams securing a point each in the tenth round of fixtures in the first group of Libya’s Premier League, known as “Dawreena” in Arabic.
The game witnessed intense competition, especially from Al-Akhdar, who took the lead with two goals in the first half.
However, Al-Nasr managed to equalize in the final minute of added time, with Ali Salama heading in the crucial goal to level the scoreline.
Aside from the dramatic draw between Al-Nasr and Al-Akhdar, other matches in the tenth round saw Al-Ahli Benghazi suffer a 3-2 defeat against Al-Anwar, while Al-Tahadi secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Al-Muruj.
Additionally, Al-Hilal emerged victorious with a 2-1 win against Al-Suqoor, and Al-Taawon managed a 2-1 win over Al-Sadaqa.
The incident involving referee Aldrissi underscores the challenges faced by officials in maintaining order and discipline during football matches.
Such attacks not only endanger the safety of referees but also tarnish the reputation of Libyan football.
Football authorities are expected to investigate the incident thoroughly and take appropriate disciplinary measures against those responsible for the assault on Aldrissi.
The safety and security of match officials must be ensured to uphold the integrity and spirit of the game.
Despite the unfortunate incident, the draw between Al-Nasr and Al-Akhdar leaves both teams with valuable points as they continue their campaign in the fiercely contested Libyan Premier League.
