The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has begun investigation into a pitch invasion that followed the Confederation Cup final between Raja Casablanca of Morocco and Algeria’s Js Kabylie, last weekend.
The Moroccan side defeated J.S Kabyle 2-1 in Cotonou Benin Republic on July 10, 2021.
However, the medals and trophy presentation were disturbed after a section of fans invaded the field after the final whistle.
Reacting to the incident, CAF condemned the act and described it unacceptable behavior which is harmful to the image of one of its competitions.
“CAF strongly condemns this unacceptable behaviour which is harmful to the image of one of its competitions,” African football’s ruling body said in a statement.
“CAF has opened a disciplinary investigation in order to determine the root cause and people responsible, and apply possible sanctions,” it added.
CAF says it hopes to prevent the future occurrence of such acts.
Unlike most of the preceding years, this month’s Confederation Cup final was a one-legged affair in a neutral country after CAF chose to scrap the previous format of playing two-legged finals in the homes of both finalists.
On Saturday, the CAF Champions League final takes place in Morocco where North Africans Al Ahly of Egypt meet South Africans Kaizer Chiefs.
