Video: “Why are you doing this to us?” Yasser explodes at the referee in Al Ahli–Al Faiha clash In a tense encounter between Saudi Arabian heavyweights Al Ahli and Al Faiha, tempers boiled over when Al Ahli forward Yasser vehemently confronted the match o

Published on 08 Apr 2026 | Reading time: 1 minute

Al-Ahli Jeddah manager Matthias Jaissle has delivered a scathing critique of the officiating in his side’s Round 29 Roshen League clash with Al-Fayha on Wednesday.

The match ended 1–1, with several controversial decisions, most notably the failure to award a penalty just seconds before the final whistle.

Television cameras captured the 48-year-old storming towards the officials, gesturing angrily and demanding explanations, though security staff prevented any physical contact.

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Yassine appeared furious and addressed the referee, saying: “Why are you doing this to us? We understand the rules too.”

He then pressed, “This always happens to us. Why didn’t you give us a penalty, my friend?”

Tensions flared in the Al-Ahly stands, and his teammates and coaching staff echoed his frustration, converging on the referee to contest what they saw as a series of puzzling decisions. The incident has reignited debate about the role of technology in the game and the pressure on officials when big matches hang in the balance. Al-Ahly fans on social media called for greater consistency, while pundits warned that such controversies can overshadow performances and distract from the broader narrative of the league. As the dust settles, both clubs will review the footage, but the talking point will linger long after the final whistle. For Yaissle and his side, the sense of injustice feels familiar; for the referees, the scrutiny is a stark reminder of the fine line they walk every time they take the field.

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