Senegal football federation denounces verdict in Morocco against fans

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By AFPFebruary 20, 2026 at 05:59 PM

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Following the Africa Cup of Nations final in Morocco on January 18, eighteen Senegalese football fans were sentenced on Thursday to prison terms ranging from three to twelve months on hooliganism charges. The charges stemmed from incidents during the heated match, including a pitch invasion attempt, throwing objects onto the field, and violence against law enforcement. The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) denounced the verdict as "incomprehensibly harsh," expressing dismay and distress over the severity of the sentences. The FSF highlighted the disproportionate nature of the sanctions compared to similar incidents in other stadiums, including those in Morocco. The fans were also fined between 1,000 and 5,000 dirhams.

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AFP 30% Rabat 40% Bacary Cisse ×260% Africa Cup of Nations 70% Morocco ×680% Senegalese Football Federation 85% Senegal ×590%

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Senegal

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