The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially overturned the result of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, declaring Morocco as champions following a successful appeal.
The decision comes after hosts Morocco challenged the outcome of the final match against Senegal, citing alleged misconduct during the game.
In a statement released on Tuesday via its official platform, CAF confirmed that its Appeal Board had upheld the complaint filed by the Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football (FRMF).
As a result, Senegal has been ruled to have forfeited the final match, with the result officially recorded as a 3–0 victory in favour of Morocco.
The ruling effectively strips Senegal of the title and hands the AFCON 2025 trophy to the host nation.
CAF stated that the appeal submitted by the Moroccan football federation was “admissible in form” and subsequently upheld after review by the governing body’s Appeal Board.
While details of the alleged misconduct were not fully disclosed in the initial statement, the decision marks one of the most dramatic rulings in the history of the tournament.
The development has sent shockwaves across African football, as it overturns the outcome of one of the continent’s biggest sporting events.
The 2025 AFCON final, part of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, had initially seen Senegal emerge victorious before the post-match dispute.
With this latest ruling, Morocco is now officially recognised as the winner of the tournament, marking a historic moment for the host nation.
Reactions are expected from both national federations, players, and football stakeholders across Africa and beyond, as attention turns to the implications of the decision.
The ruling may also raise broader questions about match regulations, disciplinary procedures, and the integrity of major football competitions on the continent.
More details are expected to emerge as CAF provides further clarification on the circumstances surrounding the decision.
