The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed sanctions on the Senegalese Football Federation following the national team's walk-off during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. The incident occurred in the closing moments of the match against Morocco after a controversial penalty was awarded.
According to official CAF statements, the sanctions include a fine and a requirement for the federation to issue a formal apology. The governing body cited violations of the competition's regulations and the principles of fair play.
The final, held in 2025, saw Senegal initially crowned champion after the match was abandoned. However, CAF's disciplinary committee reviewed the protest, which involved players leaving the field before the final whistle.
CAF emphasized that the decision aims to uphold the integrity of its tournaments. The Senegalese federation has acknowledged the ruling and stated it will comply with the disciplinary measures.
