By Samuel Adeola
The Confederation of African Football (CAF), has sanctioned Senegal, Morocco, and several players and officials following misconduct during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final.
Senegal faced the heaviest penalties. Coach Pape Bouna Thiaw was suspended for five CAF matches and fined $100,000 for “unsporting conduct” and bringing the game into disrepute.
Players Iliman Cheikh Baroy Ndiaye and Ismaila Sarr were each suspended for two matches.
The Fédération Sénégalaise de Football (FSF) was fined $615,000 over supporters’ behaviour, players’ actions, and match cautions.
Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi was suspended for two matches (one deferred for a year), while Ismaël Saibari received a three-match ban and a $100,000 fine.
The Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football (FRMF), was fined $300,000 for players, officials, and stadium ball boys’ misconduct, with an additional $15,000 for fans using lasers.
CAF said the sanctions aim to uphold fair play and protect the integrity of the game.
