DR Congo star PUNCHES opponent in the face as clash with Morocco descends into chaos… as player on the receiving end blasts attacker for crossing ‘lines which must never be crossed’

DR Congo star Ruth Kipoyi has angered football fans after punching a Moroccan player in the face.

The incident took place during DR Congo’s friendly match with Morocco on Monday, June 3.

With the score at 2-1 in favor of the Moroccans, the 26-year-old was shown a red card for an aggressive challenge.

This enraged several opponents so much that they got involved, causing a fight between the two teams.

Yasmine Mrabet decided to calm Kipayi down, but the striker who plays for Galatasaray unleashed a left hook to her jaw, sending her to the grass.

Ruth Kipoyi landed a left hook on Moroccan star Yasmine Mrabet as the midfielder tried to calm things down

The incident came moments after Kipoyi was shown a red card for an aggressive challenge

A video of the incident is making the rounds on social media and fans are furious with Kipoyi.

Some people are calling for serious punishments, with one X user (formerly Twitter) saying: ‘Should be a prison sentence for assault.’

Another fan didn’t feel so strongly, but still didn’t hide his anger: “Not a lifetime ban, but definitely a long-term ban.” Together with a hefty fine

Morocco went on to win the match 3–2, and after the final whistle, Mrabet, the player beaten by Kipoyi, issued a statement via Instagramregarding the incident.

She said: ‘This violent behavior should not be accepted. During the competition, disagreements may arise and tensions will increase, but there are lines that should never be crossed…

Mrabet released a statement saying the blow had been reported

“This incident should not overshadow the exponential growth of our football in recent years. African teams are appearing on the world stage, and for a reason.

“Proper procedures are underway to report the events of the past and from now on I am only looking forward.”