A Moroccan newspaper reported that the Atlas Lions were the team most affected by refereeing decisions at the Africa Cup of Nations, based on an assessment of key incidents during the tournament.
The same report placed Algeria in 12th position on the list, indicating they were less impacted than many other sides when it came to contentious calls.
According to what was revealed in the assessment, Morocco topped the rankings of teams considered to have suffered the most from refereeing at AFCON, with the evaluation focusing on decisive moments that influenced matches.
The report also highlighted that Algeria’s ranking at number 12 reflects a comparatively lower level of damage from refereeing decisions during the competition.
The newspaper’s conclusions have added to the ongoing debate around officiating standards at AFCON, as discussions continue over how major calls can shape a team’s journey in a tournament decided by fine margins.
