CAF to research chaotic finish to AFCON closing with Morocco handed the Honest-Play Trophy

The Confederation of African Soccer has introduced an investigation into the “unacceptable behaviour of some gamers and officers” that marred the top of the AFCON closing in Rabat final night time.

Senegal finally noticed off Morocco 1-0 in extra-time due to Pape Gueye’s gorgeous purpose however not earlier than a shambolic finish to regulation time which concerned the Lions of Teranga leaving the sector in protest at two refereeing choices in fast succession.

Not lengthy after match official Jean Jacques Ndala had disallowed a Senegal purpose for a seemingly innocuous problem by Abdoulaye Seck on Achraf Hakimi, he was then ordered by the VAR to go to the pitchside monitor and study a pull from El Hadji Malick Diouf on Brahim Diaz inside the world.

Once more, the contact appeared minimal however he pointed to the spot, sparking fury from the Senegalese gamers and their small band of travelling supporters, a few of whom fought with safety employees as they tried to get on to the sector.

Senegal boss Pape Thiaw was clearly seen waving his arm in an instruction for his gamers to go away the sector. Solely Sadio Mane remained and the Al-Nassr ahead was visibly indignant at what was happening.

Morocco’s Diaz misses after prolonged delay, handing Senegal a reprieve

After a delay of round 17 minutes, the Senegal gamers returned and Diaz lined up the penalty solely to aim a Panenka and chip the spot-kick straight into the arms of Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy. Ndala then blew the ultimate whistle to take the sport in ET.

A CAF assertion this morning learn: “The Confédération Africaine de Soccer condemns the unacceptable behaviour of some gamers and officers through the CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Closing between Morocco and Senegal in Rabat final night time.

“CAF strongly condemns any inappropriate behaviour which happens throughout matches, particularly these focusing on the refereeing crew or match organizers.

“CAF is reviewing all footage and can refer the matter to competent our bodies for acceptable motion to be taken in opposition to these discovered responsible.”

Senegal boss Thiaw in hassle

It’s doubtless Thiaw will likely be sanctioned for his half in taking his crew from the sector of play whereas the behaviour of a number of Morocco gamers – along with matchday employees – can also be set to be scrutinised after on-line footage confirmed ballboys attempting to steal Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy’s towel.

In one other twist, Morocco have been awarded the Honest-Play trophy for his or her conduct all through the match by CAF.

It was given to the “crew that can have proven one of the best fair-play spirit through the closing section of the Africa Cup of Nations, in conformity with the CAF Honest-play laws.”