Morocco’s football federation says it will appeal the disciplinary sanctions and financial penalties issued by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) after the disorderly scenes that occurred during last month’s AFCON final against Senegal.
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) was fined a total of $315,000, and two Moroccan players received suspensions following the incident‑filled final on January 18.
In its statement, the FRMF said it plans to appeal “to preserve all rights guaranteed by the regulations,” arguing that the sanctions were disproportionate and did not match “the extent and seriousness of the incidents that occurred.” 
The match itself was marked by controversy. A late goal by Senegal’s Ismaila Sarr was disallowed for a foul on Achraf Hakimi, shortly before Morocco was awarded a penalty after Brahim Diaz was brought down—sparking strong protests from Senegal’s players and officials. After a lengthy delay, Diaz’s penalty was saved by goalkeeper Edouard Mendy. Senegal later won in extra time with a goal from Pape Gueye, securing their second AFCON title.
During the stoppage for the disputed penalty, parts of the Senegalese crowd threw objects onto the pitch, and a few fans briefly entered the field before security intervened.
CAF’s sanctions against Morocco included a $200,000 fine for the “inappropriate behaviour of stadium ball boys,” plus another $100,000 for players and staff entering the VAR area and obstructing the referee, who was from Congo.
Senegal also received sanctions. Players Iliman Ndiaye and Ismaila Sarr were suspended for two matches for “unsporting behaviour towards the referee,” while Senegal’s team was cited for “unsporting conduct” that CAF said violated principles of fair play, loyalty, and integrity.