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Fury over disallowed goal as Gor Mahia lose in Algeria

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But the joy turned to anger as the Malian referee disallowed the goal, ruling that Hussein Dey goalkeeper Gaya Merbah had been fouled before the ball entered the net [Courtesy]

Kenyan club Gor Mahia were denied what appeared a legitimate goal when losing 1-0 away to Algerians NA Hussein Dey Sunday in a CAF Confederation Cup matchday 4 clash.

Ugandan defender Shafik Batambuze soared to nod a corner into the net on 59 minutes and turned to celebrate what the visiting side believed was the equaliser.

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