CAF Weighs Sanctions After Chaotic AFCON Final Won by Senegal

Overview

• Senegal beat Morocco 1-0 in Rabat after a late VAR-awarded penalty sparked a walk-off protest by Senegal, Brahim Díaz’s delayed Panenka was saved, and Pape Gueye struck early in extra time.
• CAF issued a statement condemning conduct by some players and officials, saying it is analyzing footage and will refer the case to disciplinary bodies.
• Under CAF regulations reported by multiple outlets, Senegal faces possible fines of €50,000–€100,000 and individuals who left the field could receive suspensions of four to six matches, which could be served during the World Cup.
• FIFA president Gianni Infantino publicly denounced the on-field scenes and urged CAF’s disciplinary bodies to take appropriate action.
• Brahim Díaz apologized on social media for the missed penalty as online conspiracy claims circulated, while Senegal goalkeeper Édouard Mendy dismissed any suggestion of a prearranged outcome; Morocco also reported a knee injury to Hamza Igamane and faces regrouping before its World Cup opener against Brazil.