CAF issues sanctions against Senegal and Morocco over AFCON 2025 final chaos

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the full disciplinary actions taken against Senegal and Morocco following the incidents that disrupted the AFCON 2025 final, confirming Senegal as champions and imposing one of the toughest sanction packages in the competition’s history.

Below is the complete breakdown of all disciplinary actions as contained in CAF’s official ruling.

Disciplinary sanctions against Senegal (FSF)

Total fines: USD 615,000

• USD 300,000 fine for misconduct by Senegalese supporters
• USD 300,000 fine for misconduct by players and team officials
• USD 15,000 fine for receiving five yellow cards during the final

Individual sanctions

• Pape Thiaw (Head Coach)
– Suspended for five (5) official CAF matches
– Fined USD 100,000 for bringing the game into disrepute

• Iliman Ndiaye (Player)
– Suspended for two (2) official CAF matches for unsporting behaviour toward the referee

• Ismaila Sarr (Player)
– Suspended for two (2) official CAF matches for unsporting behaviour toward the referee

CAF issues unprecedented sanctions against Senegal and Morocco over AFCON 2025 final chaos

Disciplinary sanctions against Morocco (FRMF)

Total fines: USD 415,000

• USD 200,000 fine for misconduct by stadium ball boys
• USD 100,000 fine for misconduct by players and team officials
• USD 15,000 fine for supporters’ use of laser devices

Individual sanctions

• Ismail Saibari (Player)
– Suspended for three (3) official CAF matches
– Fined USD 100,000 for unsporting conduct

• Achraf Hakimi (Player)
– Suspended for two (2) official CAF matches

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Trophy and appeal verdict

CAF formally rejected Morocco’s appeal requesting that Senegal be stripped of the AFCON 2025 title on the grounds that Senegalese players temporarily walked off the pitch.

CAF ruled that the circumstances did not justify forfeiture, and as a result:

Senegal remain the official AFCON 2025 champions.

CAF stated that the sanctions reflect its commitment to safeguarding discipline, match officials, and the integrity of African football, warning that future misconduct at continental competitions will attract equally severe consequences.

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  • Daniel Ablordey

    Daniel Ablordey is a Business Analytics student at the University of Ghana Business School and an emerging strategist at the intersection of data, markets, and narrative. With a keen analytical mind and a passion for African business and economic trends, he is building a career focused on translating complex data-driven insights into accessible, decision-relevant stories that matter.

    As a writer and editor with Insight Ghana, African Business Insight, and The African Journal, Daniel delivers sharp, high-impact analysis on current affairs, business developments, and emerging trends across the continent. His work is defined by precision, clarity, and a deep commitment to responsible journalism — ensuring that every story he tells is not only accurate but meaningful to the audiences it serves.

    Beyond his editorial work, Daniel serves as an Ecobank Youth Ambassador, where he actively promotes financial inclusion, digital banking, and financial literacy among young Ghanaians. His leadership experience spans academic, professional, and faith-based institutions, where he has consistently driven initiatives centered on growth, structure, and long-term impact.

    Grounded in the principles of Pan-Africanism and service, Daniel brings a rare combination of analytical rigour and storytelling depth to his work. Whether unpacking market behavior, profiling emerging business leaders, or covering cultural shifts shaping the continent, he approaches every assignment with strategic intent and editorial integrity.

    His broader ambition is to contribute to Africa's transformation by shaping how data, business, and storytelling intersect — not just locally, but on a global stage.

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Daniel Amenyo Ablordey
Daniel Amenyo Ablordey
Daniel Ablordey is a Business Analytics student at the University of Ghana Business School and an emerging strategist at the intersection of data, markets, and narrative. With a keen analytical mind and a passion for African business and economic trends, he is building a career focused on translating complex data-driven insights into accessible, decision-relevant stories that matter.

As a writer and editor with Insight Ghana, African Business Insight, and The African Journal, Daniel delivers sharp, high-impact analysis on current affairs, business developments, and emerging trends across the continent. His work is defined by precision, clarity, and a deep commitment to responsible journalism — ensuring that every story he tells is not only accurate but meaningful to the audiences it serves.

Beyond his editorial work, Daniel serves as an Ecobank Youth Ambassador, where he actively promotes financial inclusion, digital banking, and financial literacy among young Ghanaians. His leadership experience spans academic, professional, and faith-based institutions, where he has consistently driven initiatives centered on growth, structure, and long-term impact.

Grounded in the principles of Pan-Africanism and service, Daniel brings a rare combination of analytical rigour and storytelling depth to his work. Whether unpacking market behavior, profiling emerging business leaders, or covering cultural shifts shaping the continent, he approaches every assignment with strategic intent and editorial integrity.

His broader ambition is to contribute to Africa's transformation by shaping how data, business, and storytelling intersect — not just locally, but on a global stage.
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