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April 10, 2026
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Motsepe fails to deny AFCON 2025 final referee interference claims

Motsepe fails to deny AFCON 2025  final referee interference claims

Patrice Motsepe’s remarks at a press conference in Senegal in response to a question about possible interference by referees’ committee Chairman Olivier Safari, have raised questions...

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CAF President Patrice Motsepe has not explicitly denied allegations of interference in refereeing decisions during the AFCON 2025 final. His response has led to increased speculation about potential manipulation of the match's officiating.

  • Speculation centers on claims that Olivier Safari, head of the referees' committee, may have instructed the referee regarding yellow cards.
  • CAF, under President Patrice Motsepe, stated it is following an ongoing procedure and will make a decision once all processes are finalized.
  • The cautious communication from Motsepe and the CAF secretary general has fueled further questions rather than providing a clear resolution.

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