00:01Senegal have been stripped of their Africa Cup of Nations triumph with Confederation of African
00:07Football ruling that the final against Morocco should be recorded as a 3-0 forfeit victory for
00:13the hosts. The decision comes two months after a chaotic and controversial final in which Senegal
00:20had originally won following extra time. However, the match was overshadowed by extraordinary scenes
00:26late in normal time when Senegal's players briefly walked off the pitch in protest after a stoppage
00:33time penalty was awarded to Morocco. The game had been goalless when Brian Diaz won the penalty
00:40sparking furious reactions from Senegal. After a lengthy delay and intervention from teammates
00:45including Sadio Mane, the players returned and Diaz's eventual Penenka effort was saved by Edouard
00:52Mendy. Senegal then scored through Pape Gueye in extra time and were initially awarded the trophy.
00:58Further sanctions were issued. Ismail Sabari received a suspension for misconduct while Morocco's
01:03federation was fined following incidents involving ball boys during the match. Senegal boss Pape Chao
01:10later apologised for instructing his players to walk off, admitting it was a mistake made in the heat of
01:16the moment. The ruling closes one of the most chaotic finals in recent football history with lasting
01:23questions over discipline, officiating and the image of the tournament.
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