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Heavy fines for Morocco, Senegal as CAF condemns AFCON final drama
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Finalists of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morocco and Senegal have both been handed heavy fines and sanctions following the altercation that happened in the ending minutes of the final.
Senegal and Morocco were accused of violating the CAF Disciplinary Code, principles of fair play and integrity during the game.
In a statement by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Wednesday night, the continental body condemned the display and handed bans and fines to all the parties involved.
Two Senegal players, Iliman Cheikh Baroy Ndiaye and Ismaila Sarr were each suspended for two CAF matches for their unsporting behaviour towards the referee.
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi was suspended for two CAF matches, with one of those bans suspended for a year.