Thiaw later apologised and said his decision to call his players into the dressing room was made in the heat of the moment

Morocco, World Cup semifinalists, had the chance at home to win their first AFCON since 1976, but it was Senegal that came out on top

Senegal have clinched their second Africa Cup of Nations title after beating Morocco in an extraordinary final on Sunday. Pape Gueye scored what turned out to be the winning goal early in extra-time, though events that transpired before that moment may overshadow an otherwise superb AFCON tournament.

After a controversial penalty was award to Morocco in the 98th minute of the AFCON final, Senegal players left the pitch. Here's what happened next.

Senegal forward Sadio Mane is the hero once again, but this time for unexpected reasons as his side leaves the pitch during the chaotic Afcon final win over Morocco.

Senegal's Africa Cup of Nations final match-winner Pape Gueye said his team had been fuelled by a sense of injustice after a controversial penalty award for Morocco which led to ugly scenes had almost cost them the title.

Senegal stormed off the field in protest at a penalty awarded against them before returning to beat hosts Morocco 1-0 after extra time and win the Africa Cup of Nations amid farcical scenes in Sunday’s final.