Late Penalties, Big Sanctions: CAN Final Sparks CAF Shakeup

Disciplinary Fallout Looms After CAN Final

Romain Molina, the well‑known BBC and The Guardian reporter, dropped explosive details after the Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco.

Molina wrote on X that the disciplinary committee of the Confederation of African Football is expected to issue a decision to suspend Senegal's coach Papy Thiaw, though the exact number of matches remains undecided for now.

He added that sanctions are also expected to be severe for several Senegal players.

Additionally, Molina claimed that upcoming changes within CAF could involve a high‑ranking official being ousted.

The final itself saw unprecedented chaos when a Morocco penalty came in stoppage time of the second half.

Papy Thiaw, Senegal's head coach, reportedly ordered his players to leave the pitch at the Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

The Lions of Teranga briefly left the field before returning a few minutes later to resume the match.

CAF later issued an official statement condemning the events that occurred during the CAN final.

The piece closes with the sense that governing bodies are ready to enforce discipline, even as players regroup and review what happened on that dramatic night.

Punchline: If this final were a movie, the sequel would be rated R for red cards and drama.

Punchline 2: And yes, the whistle found overtime — maybe the only thing that echoed louder than the crowd was my subscription bill.