Senegal Coach Apologizes for Walk-Off in AFCON Final Against Morocco
In the AFCON 2025 final, Senegal's coach, Pape Thiaw, apologized after instructing his team to walk off the pitch during a controversial penalty decision against Morocco. The incident led to chaos, criticism, and disciplinary measures being considered by FIFA.
The match ended with Senegal winning 1-0 in extra time, but the fallout continued with Thiaw facing backlash and a hostile reception from the Moroccan media. The decision to abandon the match in protest of the penalty call sparked a heated post-match press conference and ongoing controversy in the football world.
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