The Confederation of African Football has taken firm action to uphold discipline and fair play in the tournament in response to the incidents during the Africa Cup of Nations match between Morocco and the Democratic Republic of Congo,
Morocco’s coach, Walid Regragui, has been handed a four-match suspension by CAF, with two matches to be served immediately and the remaining two suspended for one year.
Additionally, Regragui faces a $5,000 fine. According to reports from Adepoju Tobi Samuel, “Morocco coach, Walid Regragui suspended for four matches, two of these matches are suspended for a period of one (1) year.”
“CAF imposed a fine of $5,000 on Mr Walid Regragui, Moroccan and DR Congo FAs fined $20,000 each, CAF imposed a fine of $10,000 on the Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football for the use of smoke bombs by its supporters during the match. $5,000 of this amount is suspended.”
Regragui’s suspension presents a significant setback, potentially affecting Morocco’s performance, including their last-16 game against South Africa. “This decision means Regragui will miss crucial upcoming matches in the AFCON tournament,” stated the reports.
