Sports News of Thursday, 29 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comMoroccan duo, Achraf Hakimi, Ismaël Saibari have received punitive sanctions from the Disciplinary Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for misconduct during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final in Rabat. Ismaël Saibari, pictured alongside ball boys and stewards on Sunday, January 18, 2026, was caught on tape for trying to steal Mendy's towel while the game was going on at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Captain Achraf Hakimi was also caught on tape throwing Mendy's towel away after he was signaled by the stewards and Moroccan fans to take it while the Atlas Lions were preparing to take a corner kick. Midfielder Ismaël Saibari received a three-match suspension and a USD 100,000 fine for unsporting behaviour. About the GameIsmaila Sarr’s goal was disallowed after the referee ruled that there had been a foul on Achraf Hakimi prior to the cross that led to the goal.

Source: GhanaWeb January 29, 2026 11:03 UTC