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Senegal Midfielder's Injury Misinterpreted as Ritual During World Cup Penalty Drama
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First reported by Mako · 2 hours ago
What happened
Senegal's midfielder Pathé Ciss was injured during a 2026 World Cup match against Belgium but was mistakenly thought to be performing a ritual before a decisive penalty. The error by Spanish broadcaster DAZN sparked social media backlash amid Senegal's narrow 3-2 loss and elimination from the tournament.
- 01Senegal lost 3-2 to Belgium in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 after a controversial penalty in the 125th minute.
- 02Midfielder Pathé Ciss was injured by a blow to the ribs near the penalty spot during the match.
- 03Spanish broadcaster DAZN commentators mistakenly claimed Ciss was performing a ritual or prayer.
- 04The misinterpretation led to accusations of racism and insensitivity on social media.
- 05Senegal, a top African team, was close to advancing but was eliminated after the penalty decision.
- 06Moroccan fans noted Senegal stayed on the field until the end, unlike previous occasions.
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