The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has suspended Senegal player Krepin Diatta for four matches, and has also been slapped with a fine of $20,000.
Two of those matches have been suspended.
This follows his verbal attack aimed at CAF and match officials who handled the Round of 16 clash between Senegal and Ivory coast.
The fine will be jointly paid by the Senegal Football Federation.
Diatta expressed frustration with the refereeing decisions during the match, specifically regarding a potential penalty that was not called in favour of Senegal.
He stated, “You’ve killed us, you’re corrupt! Keep your African Cup. I’m sorry, but it’s ridiculous. I’m really sorry, but they’ve killed our competition there.”
In response to the incident, the disciplinary committee of CAF has decided to suspend Krepin Diatta which means he will be unavailable for Senegal’s next two competitive games.
Despite Diatta’s outburst, Ivory Coast went on to win the tournament, defeating Senegal 5-4 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. This victory marked their third championship title.