Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has issued an apology following the incidents that took place during the Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco, after a heated finish to the match sparked widespread reaction.
Thiaw addressed what happened after the final whistle, admitting his side’s behaviour crossed the line and stressing that his intentions were never to disrespect the Moroccan national team or the competition.
In his comments, the Senegal coach expressed regret over the scenes that unfolded in the closing moments and immediately after the match, saying he takes responsibility for the situation.
The final, played between Senegal and Morocco, ended with Morocco crowned champions, before tensions flared and led to confrontations that drew attention away from the sporting outcome.
Thiaw’s apology comes as the main development revealed in the aftermath of the final, as he sought to calm the situation and close the chapter on the controversy that followed the tournament’s decisive match.
