Senegal’s Krepin Diatta faces potential disciplinary action after labelling the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as “corrupt” following their exit from the Africa Cup of Nations.

The midfielder, expressing frustration over Senegal’s 5-4 penalty defeat to Ivory Coast, accused CAF of bias, particularly regarding a denied penalty appeal.

Diatta voiced his discontent, stating, “You have killed us. You are corrupt. Keep your African Cup,” as he left the stadium in Yamoussoukro. His anger stemmed from Senegal not being awarded a penalty early in the second half, a pivotal moment in the match.

“I’m sorry, but that is going too far. I am really sorry, but they have killed our competition,” Diatta added, referencing the decision by Gabonese referee Pierre Ghislain Atcho, who did not award Senegal a penalty.

Despite Senegal’s lead with an early goal by Habib Diallo, Ivory Coast later equalised with a VAR-confirmed penalty after the referee had failed to award the most blatant of penalties for a foul on Pepe.

The match ended 1-1, with the hosts triumphing on penalties to send the defending champions packing. Ivory Coast advanced to the quarter-final and will face Mali. Senegal meanwhile have to look closer to home for answers to their shock exit.