AFCON 2023: Equatorial Guinean Journalist collapses following Nsue's penalty miss against Guinea

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AFCON 2023: Equatorial Guinean Journalist collapses following Nsue's penalty miss against Guinea

Ayoola Kelechi • 21:29 - 28.01.2024

Emilio Nsue's penalty miss during Equatorial Guinea's loss to Guinea in the 2023 AFCON quarterfinal proved costly as the Elephants were knocked out of the competition

In a dramatic turn of events during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), an Equatorial Guinean journalist reportedly collapsed after witnessing Emilio Nsue's crucial penalty miss against Guinea.

The incident unfolded as the journalist succumbed to the intense emotions surrounding the high-stakes match.

Nsue delivers heartbreak to Equatorial Guinea

The unsettling episode occurred when Nsue, representing 10-man Equatorial Guinea, faced the pivotal moment of taking a penalty against Guinea.

Having already scored five goal during the first three matches of the tournament, Nsue was expected to give Equatorial Guinea, who had been reduced to 10-men at that point a crucial lead, but the Elephants’ captain hit the post with his effort.

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The miss from the spot proved to be a turning point in the game, with Equatorial Guinea eventually succumbing to a 1-0 defeat after a 94th-minute goal by Guinea's Mohamed Bayo.

Equatorial Guinean journalist faints after Nsue penalty miss

The journalist's collapse prompted swift action from event volunteers, who promptly carried her away to receive medical attention. The passionate reactions from fans, players, and media personnel during such critical matches underscore the emotional rollercoaster that football can become, especially in tournaments as prestigious as the AFCON.

Equatorial Guinea's elimination from the tournament following the narrow defeat adds further poignancy to the journalist's collapse, highlighting the profound impact that football outcomes can have on individuals. As the AFCON 2023 continues to deliver intense and unpredictable moments, this incident serves as a reminder of the deep emotional investment that accompanies the beautiful game.

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