Abidjan –
The African Cup Qualification match between Ivory Coast vs Ethiopia was marked by a terrible moment. Referee collapsed on the court, which caused the players to panic.
Reported by the Daily Mail, the Ivory Coast vs Ethiopia match was held at the Stade Olympique Alassane Ouattara, Abidjan, Tuesday (30/3/2021) local time. The host was winning 3-1.
Entering the 80th minute, the match was shocked by the collapse referee Charles Bulu. For some reason, the referee suddenly fell.
Initially, Bulu looked unwell, so he tried to leave the field to the medical team. Fur walked unsteadily, accompanied by several players.
But suddenly, Bulu stopped and lay down on the ground. He immediately received treatment in the field, before being taken to the local hospital.
Bulu himself led the Ivory Coast vs Ethiopia match as a substitute. The referee had previously tested positive for COVID-19.
After Bulu leave, drama ensues over who will continue to lead the Ivory Coast vs Ethiopia match. The fourth referee could not carry it, because he came from Ivory Coast. Finally, assistant referee Kenya Gilbert Cheruiyot takes over the match.
The match itself finally resumed, but the Ivory Coast victory was inevitable. Ivory Coast and Ethiopia have already confirmed qualification for the final of the tournament.
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