Morocco awarded 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title as CAF declares Senegal forfeited dramatic final

Two months after Senegal celebrated glory at the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco have been declared champions of the continent. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) made the unprecedented decision after considering an appeal by the Moroccan football federation (FRMF) into the dramatic scenes that engulfed the final at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. Angered by a series of refereeing decisions during the game that culminated with Brahim Diaz being awarded a penalty in the 83rd minute, Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw ordered his players off the pitch. The match was suspended for 14 minutes before play was resumed, during which time Senegal supporters invaded the field and...