CAF club clash abandoned at possible Cup of Nations venue

The Cameroonian referee halted a match between hosts Ismaily and Tunisian opponents Club Africain in stoppage time.

There had been a number of crowd-related stoppages at the Ismailia Stadium before the premature end to the Group C clash of former champions in which Africain were leading 2-1.

Egypt were chosen this month as replacement Cup of Nations hosts after original choice Cameroon fell behind with preparations and there were also security concerns.

Ismaily, took an early lead, but Ghazi Ayadi converted two penalties late in the opening half. The second spot-kick infuriated the crowd as the referee initially awarded a free-kick before altering his decision after consulting with an assistant.

Ismaily supporters became increasingly angry as the second half progressed and an assistant referee had to abandon his position with five minutes left after objects were flung at him, the referee called the match off in additional time.