Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has criticised a Moroccan court’s decision to jail 18 Senegalese football supporters following a pitch invasion during last month’s Africa Cup of Nations final.
The fans were detained in Morocco after the Africa Cup of Nations final on January 18. They were accused of violence against security forces and damaging property. A court later handed down sentences ranging from three months to one year in prison, along with fines.
Speaking before parliament, Sonko said the matter had gone beyond sport and was regrettable given relations between Senegal and Morocco. He added that Senegal had taken steps to secure the supporters’ release and could activate a bilateral agreement allowing for the mutual transfer of convicted prisoners if necessary.
Senegal defeated Morocco 1–0 in the final, played in Rabat.
SOURCE: TRT SPORT
