African football’s governing body CAF, said Monday “appropriate action” would be taken against “those found guilty” after chaotic scenes marred the final of the Africa Cup of Nations. CAF did not attribute blame to either Senegal or Morocco. On Sunday’s final, most of the Senegalese players walked off in protest when referee Jean-Jacques Ndala awarded hosts Morocco a penalty deep into time added on of normal time, with the match tied at 0-0.

A group of their fans fought with Moroccan security personnel at the other end of the stadium in Rabat. Once the players returned to the pitch, Senegal’s keeper Edouard Mendy saved the spot kick, and Senegal went on to win 1-0 in extra time.

“The Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF) condemns the unacceptable behaviour from some players and officials during the CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Final between Morocco and Senegal in Rabat last night,” read their statement.

“CAF strongly condemns any inappropriate behaviour which occurs during matches, especially those targeting the refereeing team or match organizers.

“CAF is reviewing all footage and will refer the matter to competent bodies for appropriate action to be taken against those found guilty.”

The Senegal players eventually returned after former Liverpool star Sadio Mane, one of the few of his team to remain on the pitch, remonstrated with them to do so.

Morocco’s Brahim Diaz, who had originally won the penalty, then sent his spot kick into the arms of Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy.

Senegal went on to win the final with a brilliant goal from Pape Gueye in extra time.

President Bola Tinubu has rewarded members of the Super Falcons with ₦150 million, three-bedroom apartments each, and national honours following their victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.

The President hosted the players and the technical crew at the State House on Monday, days after the Falcons defeated hosts Morocco 3-2 in a dramatic final to clinch Nigeria’s 10th WAFCON title.

While presenting the team with their rewards, Tinubu praised their resilience, courage, and determination, describing the victory as “historic” and “inspirational.”

“On behalf of the grateful nation, I hereby confer on the players and the 11-man technical team the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON),” the President said.

“I hereby allocate a three-bedroom apartment to each of the players and technical crew. In addition, there’s a cash award of the naira equivalent of $100,000 (₦150 million) to the 24 players and $50,000 (₦75 million) to the technical team member.”

The announcement was met with cheers and dancing, as members of the team jumped around the Villa, chanting, “Na our papa be this o.”

Tinubu also admitted he didn’t watch the final live due to nerves.

“I didn’t want to watch the match. I said I didn’t want to develop high blood pressure,” he joked.

Nigeria’s win in Rabat was a thrilling comeback, with goals from Uchenna Kanu, Asisat Oshoala and Jennifer Echegini sealing the victory after going two goals behind.

The win reinforces the Super Falcons’ dominance in African women’s football, with the team now holding 10 WAFCON titles, the most on the continent.

The 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris highlighted a memorable night for Spain, with Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí crowned as the best male and female footballers in the world.

Rodri’s stellar performances for both club and country secured him the men’s Ballon d’Or, while Bonmatí retained the Ballon d’Or Féminin after leading Barcelona to an unprecedented quadruple and guiding Spain to further international success.

Barcelona’s 16-year-old sensation, Lamine Yamal, claimed the Kopa Trophy, awarded to the world’s top Under-21 player.

His remarkable season, punctuated by breakthrough performances for both club and Spain, positioned him as the standout choice for the award.

Carlo Ancelotti, who chose not to attend the ceremony with his Real Madrid squad, was honored as Men’s Coach of the Year.

Ancelotti’s exceptional leadership led Real Madrid to a UEFA Champions League and La Liga double, reinforcing his status as one of the top coaches globally.

Adding to Barcelona’s triumphs, they were named Women’s Club of the Year after a dominant 2023/24 season in which they secured the Liga F, UEFA Women’s Champions League, Copa de la Reina, and Spanish Supercopa.

Here is the full list of winners:

Ballon d’Or: Rodri
Ballon d’Or Feminin: Aitana Bonmati
Kopa Trophy: Lamine Yamal
Men’s Coach of the Year: Carlo Ancelotti
Women’s Coach of the Year: Emma Hayes
Yashin Trophy: Emiliano Martinez
Men’s Club of the Year: Real Madrid
Women’s Club of the Year: Barcelona
Gerd Muller Trophy: Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe