Pape Thiaw
Person AthletePape Thiaw: Senegal coach amid AFCON controversy and CAF fallout
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Pape Thiaw is the coach of the Senegal national football team, whose players walked off the field during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco. The incident led to a walk-off protest by one of the teams, resulting in fines and bans for both teams. Thiaw has defended his team's actions, but faces investigation and potential sanctions from CAF. Recent events have highlighted the controversy surrounding the tournament's governing body, with accusations of corruption and a decision to strip Senegal of its title. Thiaw's team is set to play an amical match against Peru on March 28, amidst ongoing fallout from the AFCON final.
Last updated: June 1, 2026
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