Trouble in the Press Box: Journalists Clash After AFCON Final

The Match: A Thrilling, yet Controversial, Finale

The African Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal was more than just a game—it was a spectacle of drama both on and off the field.

• Final Score: Senegal 1-0 Morocco
• Winning Goal: Pape Gueye (94th minute)
• Missed Penalty: Brahim Diaz (last minute of normal time)

The Aftermath: Media Mayhem

The real chaos unfolded after the match when journalists from both nations clashed in a heated altercation.

• Inciting Incident: Moroccan reporters walked out as Senegal's coach, Pape Bouna Thiaw, entered the press conference with his daughter.
• Escalation: Arguments and scuffles broke out between media teams.
• AIPS Response: The International Sports Press Association (AIPS) condemned the behavior, calling it unacceptable and damaging to the profession.

The Penalty Protest: Adding Fuel to the Fire

The final was already tense due to a penalty protest by Senegal's coach, who made his players leave the field in protest. This only worsened the situation.

A Night of Ups and Downs

• 14-minute delay before the decisive penalty.
• Brahim Diaz's missed penalty in the last minute of normal time.
• Pape Gueye's winning goal in the 94th minute.

The Bigger Picture

This incident highlights:

• How sports can evoke strong emotions.
• The importance of professionalism among journalists.
• The AIPS's stance in condemning such behavior, setting a critical precedent.