Players and coaches of the Senegalese national team who took part in a protest in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations against Morocco (1:0) can be suspended for a period of four to six matches. The Spanish newspaper AS reports it.
In case of disqualification, it will apply to the group stage matches of the 2026 World Cup. It is also clarified that, according to the regulations of the Africa Cup of Nations, the Senegal team risks a fine of 50 thousand to 100 thousand euros for the undisciplined behavior of the delegation and the fans.
During injury time in the second half of the match against the Moroccan national team, after a video review, the Senegalese players’ goal was disallowed. Then, after a video review, a penalty was awarded against the Senegalese team. Head coach of the Senegalese national team Pap Tyaw He took the team’s players off the field in protest. After 15 minutes the Senegalese and the team’s goalkeeper returned Edouard Mendy took the ball forcefully after a kick from the 11 meter mark in the execution of Brahim Diaz. Regular time ended with the score 0:0. In extra time, a goal gives the Senegalese victory Daddy Gaye.
The Senegalese team won the Africa Cup of Nations for the second time. The Senegalese won for the first time in 2021.
For the first time, 48 teams will take part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The tournament will take place in USACanada and Mexico from June 11th to July 19th.
