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Sibari rebukes Moroccans: ‘Don’t insult the families… and this is why I admire Senegal’s celebrations’

Moroccan star responds to fans' criticism with an emotional message

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Mendy slams CAF over Senegal AFCON controversy

Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has launched a blistering attack on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following their controversial decision to strip the Lions of Teranga of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title and award it to Morocco. The veteran shot-stopper believes administrative failures are actively undermining the immense progress made by the continent's elite players.

CAF President: "Senegal? We are all Africans; football should bring us together. We will respect the CAS decision"

The words of the head of the African Football Confederation.

Senegal parade AFCON trophy despite CAF ruling

Senegal's national team stars have made a defiant statement by parading the Africa Cup of Nations trophy in front of a sold-out crowd at the Stade de France. Despite a recent ruling that officially stripped them of their continental crown, the Lions of Teranga clearly still consider themselves the rightful champions of Africa.

Africa Cup of Nations: Senegal’s sensational gesture in Paris – what happened

The African national team’s unusual move in protest against the Federation’s decisions.

Africa Cup of Nations: following an appeal to the CAS, Senegal celebrates its victory on the pitch

Following its appeal to the CAS, Senegal is organising celebrations to mark its victory in the Africa Cup of Nations

Players, fans from five WC countries face visa payments of up to $15K

Fans and players from several World Cup countries could have to pay up to $15,000 in order to obtain tourist visas ahead of the World Cup. According to regulations set by President Donald Trump's administration, residents of five countries - Algeria, Cape Verde, Senegal, the Ivory Coast, and Tunisia - have to pay high prices for bonds for visas. And there is no exemption for the World Cup.

Senegal appeal to CAS to overturn AFCON title decision

The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has officially appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF). This unprecedented action seeks to overturn a controversial ruling that stripped Senegal of their AFCON title and awarded the championship to Morocco.

Senegal has lodged an appeal with the CAS over the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco: what might happen next

The Senegalese Football Federation has lodged an official appeal.

Gueye fumes at 'ridiculous' decision to strip Senegal of AFCON title

Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gueye has launched a scathing attack on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) after seeing his nation sensationally stripped of their Africa Cup of Nations title. The Everton veteran described the ruling as "ridiculous" following a controversial appeal board decision that awarded the trophy to Morocco. Despite the off-field drama, Gueye insists the Lions of Teranga remain the rightful champions of the continent.

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SA throws weight behind Senegal in AFCON row with CAF and Morocco - 'We've got top lawyers'

As the West Africans prepare to escalate the matter to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, South Africa has promised legal support. Senegal are facing the daunting task of maintaining their status as African champions after their win against Morocco was annulled. The CAF decision to strip Teranga Lions of the trophy came two months after the final was played in Rabat.

Broos blasts CAF over decision to declare Morocco 2025 AFCON champions

In a decision that shocked the world, the CAF Appeals Board awarded the 2025 finals' hosts the trophy. The decision divided the opinion right in the middle, with some arguing that the board followed what the law stipulates, while others say the interpretation of the provisions was wrong. One of those who have responded to the decision is the South Africa coach, who says the delay makes the whole process questionable.

CAF official hits out at Morocco AFCON title award

The fallout from the Africa Cup of Nations final has reached a boiling point after a senior official at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) broke ranks to slam his own governing body. Augustin Senghor, an executive committee member and former head of the Senegalese Football Federation, believes the decision to overturn the match result and hand the trophy to Morocco is a bridge too far.

Africa Cup of Nations: Senegal appeals to the CAS; the manager is from the military

The story that has unfolded in Africa over the last few hours continues.

Morocco-Senegal dispute: sanctions for both national teams but no impact on the World Cup

Following the shocking announcement that Morocco had been awarded the Africa Cup of Nations title by default, sanctions were imposed on the two national teams

Senegal government demands CAF corruption probe over AFCON final

The diplomatic fallout from the Africa Cup of Nations final has escalated as the Senegal government officially demands an investigation into the Confederation of African Football. Following a shocking decision to strip the Lions of Teranga of their recent continental title and award a default victory to Morocco, furious officials in Dakar are now alleging systemic corruption.

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Niakhate remains defiant as Senegal stripped of AFCON title

Moussa Niakhate has broken his silence after the Confederation of African Football took the unprecedented step of stripping Senegal of their Africa Cup of Nations trophy. Following a dramatic walk-off during the final against Morocco, the governing body upheld an appeal, awarding the host nation a 3-0 default victory and sparking outrage among the Senegalese players.

"Corruption" at the Africa Cup of Nations?: Senegal calls for an investigation

Following the controversial stripping of the Africa Cup of Nations title, the Senegalese government has called for an "independent international investigation" into possible corruption.

Mane and the whole of Senegal are furious: "It kills the passion"

Following the stripping of Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations title, the Senegalese Football Federation and several players have expressed their outrage at CAF’s decision. Sadio Mané also spoke out strongly.

Morocco react to CAF AFCON bombshell

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has broken its silence after a landmark ruling by the CAF Appeal Board officially crowned the Atlas Lions as the winners of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The sensational decision comes months after the final whistle, effectively stripping Senegal of the trophy following a chaotic night in Rabat.

Evra: "The Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco? I thought it was an April Fool's joke – zero credibility"

The CAF's decision also took the former Juventus full-back by surprise

Senegal stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations title; Morocco are champions!

A sensational decision by CAF to strip Senegal of the title they won and award it to Morocco.

AFCON final result overturned! Senegal stripped of title

Morocco have been officially crowned champions of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after the CAF Appeal Board overturned the result of the final against Senegal. The decision comes after extraordinary scenes in Rabat where the Lions of Teranga walked off the pitch in protest, leading to a retrospective 3-0 forfeit victory for the host nation.

Morocco legend Regragui offers shock resignation ahead of World Cup

Walid Regragui has sent shockwaves through international football by offering his resignation just four months before the 2026 World Cup. The 50-year-old manager, who became a national hero during the 2022 tournament, is reportedly mentally exhausted following a heart-breaking African Cup of Nations final defeat to Senegal. His decision leaves the Atlas Lions in a state of total and sudden uncertainty.

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