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Topic: Morocco

Morocco 'focused on World Cup' amid AFCON final controversy

By AFP   2026-04-01 10:21:00

Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi insists his side was fully focused on the World Cup after a 2-1 friendly win over Paraguay, despite the ongoing controversy of the AFCON final.

Yellow Bet Kenya honours Afcon Morocco bets in landmark customer-first decision

By Yellow Bet   2026-03-29 16:59:32

YellowBet Kenya has chosen to honour all Morocco AFCON bets as winning wagers following CAF’s ruling, prioritising customer trust despite ongoing controversy.

AFCON Final chaos: Senegal drags CAF and Morocco to court as title faces shock reversal!

By Manuel Ntoyai   2026-03-25 20:58:06

The Senegalese federation is now seeking to overturn that verdict, arguing that the decision should be nullified and that they, not Morocco, be declared winners of the tournament.

Senegal Vs Morocco: Afcon ruling lawful, but CAF's reputation at risk

By The Conversation   2026-03-23 17:12:13

The appeals board of African football’s ruling body, the Confederation of African Football, on 17 March overturned the outcome of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final.

Motsepe defends CAF's AFCON justice system after Senegal-Morocco ruling

By Robert Abong'o   2026-03-19 13:49:11

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has defended the independence of its judicial bodies after the 2025 AFCON final between Senegal and Morocco was controversially overturned.

Senegal president flaunts AFCON trophy as CAF awards Morocco controversial 2025 title

By Joan Oyiela   2026-03-19 12:55:18

Senegal won 1-0 on the pitch in the 2025 AFCON final but left the field in protest, prompting CAF to award Morocco the title, while Senegal plans to appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.