Summary
Eighteen Senegalese football fans received prison sentences for entering the field during the Africa Cup of Nations final in Morocco. They claim they were pushed onto the pitch due to crowd pressure, not to protest the game results. The court upheld their sentences, despite their appeal and requests for video evidence.
Key Facts
- 18 Senegalese fans were sentenced for a pitch invasion during AFCON final.
- The sentences ranged from three to 12 months in prison.
- Prosecutors sought harsher penalties, but the original sentences remained.
- The fans claim they entered the pitch due to crowd pressure, not protest.
- Senegal's Prime Minister criticized the court's decision.
- The Confederation of African Football reversed Senegal's win, giving the title to Morocco.
- The Senegalese Football Federation plans to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
- Defence lawyers requested video evidence to verify identities, which the prosecution opposed.
