Algeria's Mahrez Blames Referee for AFCON Loss to Nigeria
Algeria's captain Riyad Mahrez criticized referee Issa Sy for alleged biased decisions during their AFCON quarter-final loss to Nigeria. Mahrez claimed Sy was not perfect and mentioned several decisions that went against Algeria, including a denied penalty.
Despite the defeat, Mahrez called for honesty and fair play, urging better sportsmanship. The match was marked by controversy over the referee's decisions, with Mahrez highlighting the impact on the game's outcome.
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