Summary
Senegal's football manager, Pape Thiaw, received a five-game ban due to incidents during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco. The Confederation of African Football fined Thiaw and several players for their actions during the match, which included a temporary walk-off in protest against a referee's decision. The bans apply only to matches under the African football body and do not affect upcoming World Cup preparations.
Key Facts
- Pape Thiaw, manager of Senegal's football team, was banned for five games.
- Thiaw was also fined $100,000 for "unsporting conduct."
- The incident occurred during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, which Senegal won 1-0 against Morocco.
- Senegal's players temporarily left the field after a controversial referee decision.
- The game was delayed for 17 minutes before play resumed.
- Senegal's forward Sadio Mane played a role in convincing players to return to the field.
- Forward Pape Gueye scored the winning goal in extra time.
- Other Senegal players and Moroccan players also received bans and fines.
- The bans do not affect Senegal's preparations for the 2026 World Cup.
