There have been growing demands from fans and the media for the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to take a firm stance against Senegalese coach Pape Thiaw, following the events that took place during the Africa Cup of Nations final, along with the protests and withdrawal that sparked widespread controversy in the sports community.

These voices believe that the actions of the Senegalese coach represent unacceptable behavior in continental competitions and warrant strict penalties in order to preserve the image of African football and prevent the recurrence of such conduct in the future.

The opinions calling for accountability emphasized that leniency in such cases could open the door for other coaches to protest referees' decisions in similar ways, which could affect the integrity of the competitions and pose organizational and legal challenges for the continental federation in the future.

These demands emphasized that a clear decision by CAF would reinforce the principle of discipline and adherence to regulations, sending a message that competition must remain within the sporting and legal framework, away from any uncontrolled protest actions.

In the same context, Moroccan fans expressed their anticipation for fair decisions that protect their rights and affirm respect for the regulations governing continental competitions, amid the significant controversy surrounding the final match.