US EditionAfrica: AU Congratulates Senegal On Winning AFCON 2026
Senegal players left the field to protest referee calls, causing nearly 15 minutes of delay; FIFA President Infantino called for disciplinary measures and condemned the actions.
- On Monday, FIFA president Gianni Infantino criticised Senegal coaches and players for leaving the field in Rabat, calling it unacceptable and urging respect for match officials' decisions.
- After a disallowed stoppage-time goal, a video assistant referee review awarded Morocco a penalty for a pull on Brahim Diaz, prompting Senegal players to leave the field to prevent the kick.
- Coach Pape Thiaw led the pitch exit, stopping play for almost 15 minutes amid Senegal fans clashing with police, while Édouard Mendy saved Diaz's weak penalty before extra time where Pape Gueye scored.
- CAF said it is reviewing footage and will refer the case, while Gianni Infantino expects disciplinary bodies to act; it remains unclear if any ban would affect Senegal's June 16 World Cup opener.
- The incidents raise reputational questions as the tournament showcases African hosting, with officials praising Morocco national team's organisation while critics claim favourable calls ahead of 2030 World Cup co-hosting.
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Independent EspañolThe fact that Senegal left the camp to protest the referee's decisions before conquering the title of the African Cup of Nations in the midst of surreal chaos was "unacceptable," said Monday the president of...
FIFA boss Infantino criticizes "unacceptable" Senegal conduc
RABAT, Morocco (AP) — Senegal leaving the field to protest referee decisions before winning the Africa Cup of Nations title amid shocking chaos was “unacceptable,” FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Monday. Infantino criticized the Senegal coaches, players and some fans for their behavior at the end of regulation time against host nation Morocco that was astonishing for the final of an international competition. “The ugly scenes witnessed (Sun…
Africa: AU Congratulates Senegal On Winning AFCON 2026
The Chairperson described the final as a fitting and memorable conclusion to the tournament, as two formidable African teams of global stature--Senegal and Morocco--met in a contest that reflected the highest standards of African football, competitiveness, and continental pride.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has slammed Senegal after the chaotic scenes during the African Cup of Nations final. "It is unacceptable," Infantino wrote on Instagram.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulated the Senegalese team, which imposed itself on Morocco (1-0) in the final of the African Cup in Rabat, but criticized the behavior of some "aficionados" and players and members of the Senegalese technical corps who left the pitch after they pointed out a penalty against him in the 95.wf_cms.rss.read_more minute
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