Violence in Elbasan Arena/ Footage emerges of the moment when the president of Vllaznia clashes with the linesman

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Violence in Elbasan Arena/ Footage emerges of the moment when the president of

Footage of the moment of the collision that occurred at the end of the AF Elbasani–Vllaznia match has emerged, an incident that has brought about the immediate reaction of the Albanian Football Federation.

According to the Albanian Football Association, at the center of the incident is Vllaznia's president, Alban Xhaferi, who is suspected of physically hitting one of the referee's assistants after the match ended.

The released footage shows the tense moments after the final whistle, as the situation between match officials and club leaders degenerated into a clash.

The Albanian Football Association (AFH) has strongly condemned the incident, describing violence against referees and match officials as an unacceptable act and outside any sporting norm.

"Violence against referees and match officials constitutes a serious violation of the integrity of the competition and the values ​​of sport itself," the Federation's response states.

 


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