Senegal coach banned, fined over Cup of Nations final fracas

Morocco's bid to have the result of the match overturned after Senegal players left the pitch leading to a 14-minute delay in the game was dismissed by CAF's Disciplinary Committee.

Senegal's Edouard Mendy, left, and head coach Pape Thiaw chat as they arrive following their victory in the Africa Cup of Nations. Pic: AP Photo/Misper Apawu

The Confederation of African Football has suspended Senegal coach Pape Thiaw for five games and fined him $100,000 for "unsporting conduct" after he told his players to leave the pitch during the Cup of Nations final against Morocco.

CAF also fined Senegal's federation $615,000 due to the team's conduct and the behaviour of their fans, while players Iliman Ndiaye and Ismaila Sarr were suspended for two CAF games for unsporting behaviour towards the referee.