Shocking scenes! Fans attack referee on the pitch in Eswatini

In the Ingwenyama Cup round of 16 in Eswatini, the clash between Mbabane Highlanders and Hotspurs ended not only with a dramatic finish but also with chaotic scenes after the final whistle.

Hotspurs clinched victory thanks to a goal from Luyanda, scored deep into stoppage time. The ball hit the back of the net in the added minutes, sparking a furious reaction from the Highlanders supporters.

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The fans believed the referee had deliberately extended the match by three minutes to give the opposition a chance to snatch victory. As soon as the game ended, tensions erupted into an attack on the referee, who was chased by an enraged crowd all over the pitch.