Ruling overturns Senegal’s title at Africa Cup of Nations and declares Morocco the champion
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March 17, 2026
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Source: THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Morocco was stunningly awarded the Africa Cup of Nations title on Tuesday by appeals judges who overturned Senegal’s victory in a chaotic final in January.
The Confederation of African Football said its appeals board ruled that Senegal is “declared to have forfeited the final” and its 1-0 win in extra time becomes a 3-0 default win for host nation Morocco.
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