Al Masry players (in white jersey) were angry with the penalty decision
Referee Daniel Laryea made a bold decision to award a penalty to Kaizer Chiefs during their 2-1 victory over Al Masry in the CAF Confederation Cup.
The high-stakes game, which took place in South Africa on February 8, 2026, was keenly contested.
Abderrahim Deghoum scored for Al Masry, but Aden McCarthy’s goal sealed a narrow win for the South African side.
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The crucial moment came in the 38th minute when Al Masry defender Ahmed Mansour was adjudged to have handled Glody Lilepo’s shot inside the box, which was deemed a foul.
Replays of the incident showed Mansour’s arm tucked close to his body, but his movement toward the ball was considered the determining factor for the referee.
The decision sparked widespread controversy, with fans clashing over whether it was the right call. Some supported Laryea’s ruling, while others accused him of bias.
Watch the video of the incident below:
For the avoidance of doubt, this is the call 🇬🇭 Daniel Laryea made to give Kaizer Chiefs a penalty vs Al Masry today.
Ball to hand? Look at the replay again. Let’s be fair to the guy. #CAFCCpic.twitter.com/1GP6qzmSJW https://t.co/UG89WnA9L9
— Gary Al-Smith (@garyalsmith) February 8, 2026
SB/JE
Meanhwile, watch highlights of U20 match between Black Princesses vs South Africa
