Sports News of Thursday, 22 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe 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. AFCON Final Chaos: 18 Senegalese fans arrested in MoroccoGoalkeeper 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.

Source: GhanaWeb January 22, 2026 17:49 UTC