The CAF announces a tightening of its rules following the incidents during the Senegal–Morocco match.
Following the incidents that occurred during the CAN 2025 final, the CAF announces a tightening of its regulations to prevent any further outbursts and to strengthen its disciplinary arsenal.
The CAN 2025 final, held in Morocco, did not just crown a champion. It also highlighted the disciplinary flaws of African football. The violence in the stands, attributed to Senegalese supporters, as well as the Senegalese players’ temporary withdrawal from the match to contest the refereeing, left a lasting impression.
While the disciplinary commission handed down sanctions deemed moderate by some observers, the malaise remained palpable within the continental body. Many expected exemplary measures. The president of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, had even suggested, shortly after the decision was announced, that the current framework lacked a deterrent effect.
Held in a general assembly this Friday, the head of CAF confirmed a change of course. The body will thoroughly review its regulations to strengthen the disciplinary arsenal. The stated objective: to prevent such incidents from happening again and to ensure sanctions commensurate with the offenses committed.
Thus, CAF intends to tighten its texts, adjust its penalties, and equip itself with more stringent tools to address serious violations of its statutes. A reform presented as essential to preserving the image and credibility of African football on the international stage.
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