Morocco’s 2025 AFCON win draws mixed emotions from supporters
CAF Awards 2025 Africa Cup of Nations to Morocco
CAF Awards 2025 Africa Cup of Nations to Morocco
On Tue, Sep 26, 2023, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) awarded the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title to Morocco following a review of the final match against Senegal, which took place in January. This decision is subject to appeal by the Senegalese football federation.
The final match occurred on January 26 at Rabat's Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. During the game, Senegal had a goal disallowed, and a penalty was awarded to Morocco following a VAR review. Although the penalty was initially saved, Senegal secured a goal in extra time.
The final match occurred on January 26 at Rabat's Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
CAF's decision to award a 3-0 victory to Morocco was based on an appeal by the Moroccan football federation, citing an infringement of tournament regulations by Senegal. The Senegalese federation has indicated plans to contest this ruling by appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
