Senegal and Morocco tied by religion and trade but divided by AFCON fallout
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) stripped Senegal of their 2025 AFCON title and awarded it to Morocco following an appeal board decision. Senegal's coach has moved the physical trophy to a military base under armed guard, while the country's football federation has instructed lawyers to challenge the ruling. Morocco's football federation welcomed the decision, stating it upholds integrity in the sport.
The original decision to award them the title was correct and they are prepared to fight the reversal through legal channels. By securing the physical trophy at a military facility, they signal their determination to contest what they view as an unjust ruling.
The CAF Appeal Board decision properly awards them the title they rightfully deserve. Their football federation maintains that the ruling upholds the rights and integrity of African football competition.
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Senegal and Morocco tied by religion and trade but divided by AFCON fallout
Al Jazeera
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Senegal coach has taken the AFCON trophy to a military base, where it is now under armed guard. Soldiers were reportedly allowed to take photographs with the silverware.
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Morocco says stripping Senegal of AFCON win ‘upholds rights and integrity’
Al Jazeera
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Senegal coach has taken the AFCON trophy to a military base, where it is now under armed guard. Soldiers were reportedly allowed to take photographs with the silverware.
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