The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) says it will review its supporter code of conduct after a “disgraceful” incident where a fan appeared to whip Al Ittihad striker Abderrazak Hamdallah.
Footage shows Hamdallah throwing water over the fan, who then appears to strike the 33-year-old with a whip.
The incident happened following Al Ittihad’s 4-1 Saudi Super Cup final loss against Al Hilal on Thursday, which took place at the Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.
SAFF said it was “shocked with the disgraceful scenes” and promised a “thorough review of the spectator code of conduct”.
“Football in Saudi Arabia is a family game and thankfully, fan disorder is extremely rare,” SAFF added. “It’s why the actions of this ‘so called’ fan go against all that Saudi football represent and we completely condemn the incident.
“There will be a thorough review of the spectator code of conduct. The review will ensure updated rules and regulations are put in place to swiftly and effectively impose suitable penalties to help avoid any repeat of such incidents.”
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