Rio Ferdinand Praises Sadio Mane for Calming AFCON Final Chaos

Rio Ferdinand commended Sadio Mane for restoring calm during the AFCON 2025 final chaos caused by disputed officiating decisions. The Senegalese captain's intervention prevented a dramatic walkout protest by some players.

The controversy involved referee Jean Jacques Ngambo's rulings, including disallowed goals and penalty decisions. Despite the chaos, Ferdinand criticized unsporting behavior by the hosts.

CAF has launched an investigation into the incident at Stade Princ Moulai Abdallah, vowing to take appropriate action.