AFCON Final Hooliganism: 9 Senegalese Sentenced to 12 Months Imprisonment, 6 Fans to 6 Months, and 3 Others to 3 Months
T.E (Elbotola)
19 February 2026at23:24
The Rabat court has issued varying sentences against 18 individuals involved in disturbances during the Africa Cup of Nations "Morocco 2025" final. All the fans are of Senegalese nationality, with the exception of one fan of Algerian origin.
The court sentenced nine Senegalese fans to one year in prison, along with a fine of 5,000 Moroccan Dirhams.
A second group of six individuals received sentences of six months in prison and a fine of 2,000 Moroccan Dirhams.
The remaining three fans received lighter sentences of three months in prison and a fine of 1,000 Moroccan Dirhams.
Q&A
What were the specific prison sentences handed down for the AFCON 'Morocco 2025' final disturbances?
The Rabat court issued sentences ranging from three months to one year in prison for 18 individuals. Nine Senegalese fans received the longest terms, while others received six or three-month sentences, all accompanied by fines.
What nationalities were involved in the AFCON final incidents that resulted in these court sentences?
The individuals sentenced by the Rabat court were predominantly of Senegalese nationality, with one fan also identified as being of Algerian origin, highlighting the international scope of the disturbances.
