A bizarre scene unfolded in Tanzania as a domestic football match was brought to a sudden halt when a swarm of bees invaded the stadium, sending players, referees, and staff scrambling for safety.
The extraordinary moment saw footballers, coaches, match officials, and even the camera crew drop flat to the ground in unison to avoid being stung. Spectators in the stands were left stunned as the swarm hovered across the pitch, temporarily turning the game into chaos.
After a few tense minutes, the bees eventually passed, allowing the match to safely resume. No serious injuries were reported, though the incident quickly went viral on social media, with fans calling it one of the strangest interruptions in football history.
Unusual as it may seem, bee invasions at sporting events are not unprecedented in Africa, but the Tanzanian match will be remembered for the dramatic images of an entire stadium frozen in fear.
