Football Fan Fury Ignites Government Building in Tripoli

In Tripoli, angry Al-ittihad fans protested a referee decision by setting fire to the Libyan Government of National Unity's headquarters. The incident followed a controversial decision during a football match against Swehly club, escalating tensions and causing damage until authorities restored order.

In an escalating show of displeasure, enraged fans from Tripoli's Al-ittihad football club set fire to the Libyan Government of National Unity's headquarters after a crucial referee decision denied them a penalty kick in a match against Misrata's Swehly club.

The altercation during the game, held at Tarhouna’s stadium, led to chaos with fans storming the pitch, causing disruptions and injuries to stadium guards. The match was ultimately halted in the 87th minute due to escalating tensions.

On social media, images showed injured guards being hurried to local hospitals. Meanwhile, eye-witnesses reported angered fans marching towards the GNU building in Tripoli, where a fire ensued, bringing about swift responses from security and firefighting units.