Tragic Football Riot in Guinea Leaves Hundreds Dead
Dozens of people died in violent clashes between supporters during a football match in Nzerekore, southeastern Guinea, with medical sources reporting around 100 fatalities. Eyewitnesses described chaos as fans stormed the field over a disputed referee decision. The local hospital and morgue were overwhelmed with bodies. This match was part of a tournament dedicated to Mamady Doumbouya, the leader of Guinea’s military junta, raising concerns about the growing politicization of sports in the country.