CAF hits Algeria with heavy sanctions after 2025 AFCON chaos

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) Disciplinary Committee has imposed heavy sanctions on Algeria following misconduct during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

During Algeria’s quarter-final defeat to Nigeria, some players and team officials were involved in a brawl that breached CAF’s disciplinary codes.

In response, the CAF Disciplinary Committee handed down financial penalties amounting to $100,000, alongside sporting sanctions targeting key members of the Algerian squad.

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Goalkeeper Luca Zidane was suspended for two matches following his involvement in the incident, while defender Rafik Belghali was handed a four-match ban, with the suspension yet to be served.

The ban will take effect during the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Check out list of sanctions below:

Goalkeeper Luca Zidane suspended for 2 games

Defender Rafik Belghali suspended for 4 games

$100,000 fine, broken down as:

$50,000 for media/fan misconduct

$25,000 for players/officials misconduct

$10,000 for failing to comply with security rules

The 2025 AFCON was marred by chaotic scenes that caused international embarrassment to the continent, prompting CAF to initiate disciplinary measures to serve as a deterrent.

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