Fans deceived, fortune teller promised Africa Cup title | OneFootball

He promised tournament victory, but Mali was already out in the round of 16: A man has now reportedly been arrested for making a false prediction. 

Overall, the man, who posed as a spiritual leader, is said to have collected 33,500 euros in donations. This was reported by the news agency AFP, citing local sources. He appeared on social media as a "Marabout" and promised the Africa Cup triumph. 

After being eliminated in the quarter-finals against Senegal, an angry crowd is said to have gathered in front of the man's house. According to media reports, the police were able to prevent worse. 

"Charlatanry is legally punishable in Mali," said an official from the cybercrime department in response to an AFP inquiry. The suspect is now in custody. 

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