The Tunisian football scene was rocked on Monday after referee Haitham Guirat was suspended indefinitely following a controversial decision in a domestic league match.
According to reports, Guirat was sanctioned by Tunisian football authorities after committing what officials called a “serious refereeing mistake.”
The error occurred during a Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1 fixture and immediately sparked outrage among fans, clubs, and football analysts.
As a result, the referees’ committee launched an urgent disciplinary review, which led to the decision that his duties be put on hold.
Although full details of the incident were not officially released, sources close to the review process said the mistake was viewed as damaging to the integrity of the match.
Therefore, action was taken swiftly to protect confidence in the league’s officiating system.
The suspension has been described as open-ended, meaning no timeline has been set for Guirat’s possible return.
Meanwhile, the development has reopened debate around Guirat’s recent performances on the continental stage.
In addition, attention has turned to his role at the Africa Cup of Nations, where he handled several matches involving Morocco.
However, this latest episode appears to have shifted the conversation. Some commentators have also linked the situation to wider calls for better referee training and stronger use of technology.
