Senegal to Appeal AFCON Ruling to Court of Arbitration for Sport - March 2026

Senegal's football authorities are set to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after their Africa Cup of Nations title was controversially stripped on Tuesday. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) stripped Senegal of their AFCON title won in January, declaring Morocco the champions following a late protest by Senegalese players during the final match on January 18, 2026. Fans have described the stripping of Senegal's title as a 'disgrace for Africa', with the appeal representing Senegal's challenge to what they deem an unjust ruling.

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Senegal to appeal 'unjust' AFCON ruling

Senegal's football authorities are set to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after their Africa Cup of Nations title was controversially stripped on Tuesday.

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