Files a complaint with FIFA: Algeria demands replay with Cameroon citing referee’s error

The Algeria Football Federation has requested a replay of the Desert Foxes 2022 World Cup Playoffs return leg against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon, citing referees’ errors in officiating. The Algerian Federation stressed that it will rely on all available legal means in order to restore their right, calling for a re-play match with the Cameroon national team in appropriate circumstances. According to the Algeria FA, Gambia referee, Bakary Gassama made a mistake in ruling out Algeria’s first goal which was supposed to stand. Algeria’s two goals were cancelled by the Gambia Referee in the return fixture which took place in Blida, Algeria. Algeria leading 2-1 overall having won the first leg 1-0 last Tuesday, and seemingly set for Qatar, Toko Ekambi struck having lost 0-1 in Douala, Cameroon scored late to make it 2-2 on aggregate, and booked their place in Qatar 2022 on the away goal rule.