A Controversial Goal Sparks Outrage in Baku
The Europa League Conference match between Qarabag and Marseille on Thursday night descended into chaos after a controversial goal attempt by Ibrahima wadji. The Senegalese striker appeared to score with a intentional handball, mimicking a header, igniting a furious response from the Marseille players.
This incident evoked memories of the infamous “Hand of God” goal by Diego Maradona against England in the 1986 World Cup, highlighting the enduring controversy surrounding handball goals in football.
The absence of VAR (Video Assistant Referee) in the europa League Conference further elaborate the situation. For several tense minutes, heated discussions erupted on the pitch, with Marseille players, particularly Matteo Guendouzi, expressing their outrage to the referee.
Wadji eventually acknowledged his handball, prompting Polish referee Bartosz Frankowski to overturn the goal and award Marseille a free kick. The incident served as a stark reminder of the importance of fair play and the emotional intensity that can surround controversial decisions in high-stakes football matches.
