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Bad buzz: Moroccan players under fire for controversial "likes

Several Moroccan internationals have sparked outrage online. They have approved photos of Senegalese players celebrating the [trophy of the Africa Cup](finale-senegal-maroc-ismail-jakobs-accuse-maroc-empoisonnement,119101.html) in Paris, a title officially awarded to Morocco by the Confederation of African Football.

By Said A.
Bad buzz: Moroccan players under fire for controversial "likes

The controversy was sparked by a post by Senegalese player Pape Gueye. He shared images showing him lifting the Africa Cup during a celebration in Paris, celebrating what is considered a fictitious title. Moroccan footballers, including Ismaël Saibari, Oussama Targhalline, Eliesse Ben Seghir, Yassine Kechta and Chadi Riad, interacted with these photos posted by Gueye and his compatriot Ismail Jakobs.

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This action has provoked strong reactions among Moroccan supporters. Several of them have denounced a provocative and unacceptable behavior. This attitude is akin to complacency towards Senegalese athletes who are regularly accused of attacking Morocco.