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Joe Mewis

Senegal boss Pape Thiaw opens up on his decision to order players off the pitch during chaotic AFCON final climax

Pape Bouna Thiaw, Head Coach of Senegal, before the International Friendly match between Brazil and Senegal at Emirates Stadium on November 15, 2025 in London, England.

Senegal boss Pape Thiaw has opened up on his decision to order his players off the pitch during a chaotic climax to Sunday night’s Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco.

Thiaw’s side claimed the second AFCON victory in their history thanks to Pape Gueye’s extra-time goal, but the match will be remembered for the controversial scenes that came after Morocco were awarded a penalty in time added on of normal time.

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