CAN 2025: One Month Before TAS Verdict, Regragui Criticizes Thiaw

Author: Gildas AmoussouPublished on: September 7, 2026Country: Senegal

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CAN 2025: One Month Before TAS Verdict, Regragui Criticizes Thiaw

The Court of Arbitration for Sport will review Senegal's appeal regarding the interruption of the AFCON final on October 8. Walid Regragui, former Moroccan coach, criticized Senegal's coach Pape Thiaw for tarnishing the image of African football. He emphasized that the match, featuring the two best African teams, should have showcased the continent's football. Regragui believes the incidents that occurred harmed the reputation of African football as a whole.

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