Esperance Tunis calls for investigation into penalty in Etoile Sportive du Sahel match

Esperance Tunis has escalated its stance on the refereeing controversy that accompanied its match against Etoile Sportive du Sahel, calling on the National Refereeing Authority to conduct a serious and urgent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the awarding of a penalty that sparked widespread objections within the club.

Esperance Tunis has stated in an official statement that its request comes specifically due to the non-utilization of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology to further verify the accuracy of the refereeing decision. The club is calling for a review of the match officials' performance and the video room referees, urging necessary measures to prevent the recurrence of such incidents.

The Tunisian club emphasized that its action is part of defending sports rights and ensuring equal opportunities while maintaining the integrity of competition, stressing the need for each party to take responsibility.

At the same time, Esperance Tunis confirmed its respect for the independence of the refereeing body, stating that its position does not target any specific referee and does not represent a doubt about their integrity. Instead, it aims to demand more clarity and accountability to ensure that refereeing errors do not affect match results and the course of the championship.

Esperance Tunis warns against repeating last season's mistakes.

The club indicated that its position also stems from a desire to avoid a repeat of what it described as incorrect and impactful refereeing decisions it faced during last season, whether from on-field referees or those responsible for VAR.

Esperance Tunis is awaiting the outcome of its demands with the National Arbitration Authority, emphasizing the need for conditions that ensure fairness and equal opportunities for all teams during the championship.