CAF Suspends and Fines Senegal and Morocco Following 2025 AFCON Final
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed sanctions on individuals and federations involved in the 2025 African Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco. Senegal's head coach, Pape Bouna Thiaw, and five officials were suspended for unsporting conduct.
Senegal's players Iliman Cheikh Baroi Ndiay and Ismaila Sarr were also suspended for unsporting behavior towards the referee. The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) was fined $300,000 for improper conduct.
Morocco's federation (FRMF) faced fines for inappropriate behavior, including invading the VAR review area and obstructing the referee's work. The match, held in Rabat, saw Senegal lose to Morocco in extra time amid controversial decisions and protests.
CAF rejected protests from the Moroccan federation regarding alleged violations of tournament regulations.
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