Egypt claims its players were exposed to racism against Senegal

Published on: 30 March 2022

Egypt has filed a formal protest against Senegal, alleging that their squad was subjected to racism by home supporters in Dakar.

Senegal's World Cup qualification was completed by Sadio Mane's decisive shootout penalty, with Liverpool teammate Mohamed Salah among those missing for Egypt.

Several visiting players were targeted by green laser pointers throughout the shootout, including Egypt captain Salah.

It's also been alleged that the Egypt team bus was attacked, resulting in some injuries.

After the game stadium security escorted  Salah from the pitch down the tunnel.

The EFA statement reads:

"The Egyptian team was subjected to racism after the appearance of offensive banners in the stands aimed at the players, specifically Mohamed Salah," the statement added.

"Moreover the Senegalese fans terrorised the Egyptian players by throwing bottles and stones at them during the warm-up, as well as attacking the Egyptian team bus, which caused glass shattering and some injuries, which was documented with pictures and videos attached to the complaint."

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