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Very sad news reports.

I think it's a red, it was a pretty poor tackle. I think the telling thing was just how far away he was from the ball. With that tackle, he knew he was fouling the man, with no possibility of taking the ball, so it's a yellow. But then, the question becomes was it dangerous or reckless, likely...

Ah, I was using the French spelling, with Comoros as we all know having French as an official language. This was owing of course to the French colonisation of Comoros. Whilst they did claim their independence in 1975, I believe, a lot of French influence remains.

Can I be the first to acknowledge the impeccably observed national anthems. I don't think I've ever heard Udzima wa ya Masiwa sound more poignant or powerful. Well done to the sporting host fans, a credit to African football.

A huge clash tonight in the AFCON Round of 16, which promises to be a special occasion for all involved, and of course the salivating neutral on their settee/armchair. Quite remarkably, Comoros are without a recognised goalkeeper due to COVID isolation rules, so will start with regular left...