Four penalties awarded to an Elite One club in the fifth round

Controversy in Cameroon!

Victoria United hosted Aigle Royal at Limbe Centenary Stadium on Sunday 15 February in the fifth round of Cameroon's professional football championship. But the most striking aspect of this match was the refereeing.

Martin Mbomba, who officiated the match, distinguished himself by awarding a record number of penalties to the home team. The first penalty was called just before the end of the first half, in the 44th minute. It was perfectly converted, giving Victoria United the lead. But it was the first in a series of penalties in this match.

After the break, the referee awarded a second penalty to the home side in the 48th minute. It was also converted to extend the lead. The third came 10 minutes later, bringing the score to 3-0. In the 75th minute, a fourth penalty was awarded to Victoria United, but this time it was missed. The home side won 3-1 thanks to the penalties awarded during the 90 minutes of play.