The latest development is that CAF overturned Senegal’s on-field 2025 AFCON final win and awarded the title to Morocco by forfeit, 3–0, after ruling that Senegal had broken the rules when players left the field without the referee’s authorization. This decision has triggered major backlash and renewed criticism of CAF’s handling of the tournament.[3][9]
Reports say Senegal had initially won the final on the pitch, but the result was later changed after a disciplinary ruling. Morocco was then officially declared the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations champion.[1][9][3]
The ruling has been widely described as one of the most controversial outcomes in recent AFCON history, with accusations that it damaged the credibility of African football. Senegal’s side and public officials reportedly reacted strongly, and the issue has continued to generate headlines in March 2026.[1][3]
The 2025 edition was hosted by Morocco, and the next AFCON is set for 2027 in Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. One report also notes that CAF later changed the competition cycle so the men’s AFCON will move to every four years starting in 2028.[9][3]
NEWS ANALYSIS. Since stripping Senegal of the continental championship title, ruling the team had 'forfeited,' the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has faced intense criticism over its ability to manage competitions.
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