Mass Casualties at Guinea Soccer Match Spark Violence
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The Facts
The incident began with a contested referee decision during a tournament organized in honor of Guinea's junta leader Mamadi Doumbouya, leading to fans invading the pitch and subsequent clashes.
Local police reportedly used tear gas after supporters of the visiting Labe team threw stones toward the pitch, triggering a deadly stampede that filled hospital hallways and morgues with casualties.
The Spin
The incident reflects deeper political tensions in Guinea, where sports events have become politically charged amid uncertainty over the military government's grip on power and its resistance to transitioning to civilian rule as promised.
