African football champions stripped of continental title

March 19, 2026

TL;DR

CAF has revoked Senegal's 2025 AFCON victory and awarded the title to Morocco.
The decision follows a contentious final and an appeal by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation.
Senegal protested a disallowed goal and a late penalty awarded to Morocco.
Senegal's coach and players walked off the field in protest during the match.
CAF imposed sanctions on both nations, including suspensions and fines for coaches, players, and federations.
Moroccan player Ismaël Saibari's suspension and fine were reduced.
The Senegalese Football Federation calls the ruling unfair and unacceptable, and will appeal to CAS.
CAF has previously altered match results due to disciplinary breaches, such as awarding Nigeria a win over Libya in a qualifier.

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