Senegal parade Afcon trophy despite title controversy
Summary
Senegal paraded the Africa Cup of Nations trophy at a match against Peru despite being stripped of the title. The Confederation of African Football awarded Morocco the win after a disputed penalty decision in the final. Senegal is appealing the decision with the Court of Arbitration for Sport.Key Facts
- Senegal displayed the Africa Cup of Nations trophy at a game against Peru.
- Senegal was stripped of the title by the Confederation of African Football.
- Morocco was declared the winner of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
- The title was changed due to a penalty awarded during the final match.
- Senegal protested by leaving the field, and Morocco missed the penalty.
- Senegal scored the winning goal in extra time but was later found to forfeit the match.
- Senegal has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
- The Court of Arbitration for Sport is expected to make a decision soon.
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