Al Ahly star banned for Champions League final

A CAF statement gave no reason for the ban, but it is understood the Moroccan striker has been punished for deliberately tearing his own shirt during a stormy first leg last weekend.

Ahly defeated Esperance of Tunisia 3-1 in the first leg in Alexandria and Azaro was involved in two controversial penalty decisions, both of which the Egyptians scored from.

Esperance players, coaches and officials claimed a dive won him the first penalty and that he feigned receiving a blow and tore his shirt for the second spot-kick.

Ahly have also been fined $20,000 (17,500 euros) and their coach, Patrice Carteron, faces a hearing regarding allegations of unsporting behaviour. 

Azaro has scored six goals for Ahly in the Champions League this season, one less than the leading scorers in the competition.