Africa Cup of Nations
CAF African continental tournament.
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Sofiane Diop explains his choice of Morocco over Senegal: "A very difficult decision"
Born to a Senegalese father and Moroccan mother, OGC Nice midfielder Sofiane Diop explained why he opted for the Lions of the Atlas in 2023, while reaffirming his attachment to Senegal.
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Patrick Vieira to lead Senegal at home for the first time on November 12
Appointed Senegal head coach, Patrick Vieira will experience his first home match on November 12 against Sudan at Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor in Dakar, as part of Africa Cup of Nations qualifying.
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CAF reverses course and restores AFCON to biennial cycle with four tournaments confirmed
The Confederation of African Football has scrapped its short-lived plan to hold AFCON every four years, confirming the tournament will return to a two-year cycle. Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will co-host the next edition in 2027, with further tournaments set for 2028, 2031 and 2033.
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CAF Returns to Biennial Africa Cup of Nations Format, Less Than a Year After Abandoning It
The CAF's executive committee voted unanimously on October 29 to restore the Africa Cup of Nations to its traditional biennial schedule, reversing a decision made less than a year earlier. The reversal was driven by financial pressure from the 54 member associations, as the shift to a four-year cycle would have cost the confederation nearly a billion dollars in commercial and broadcasting revenues.
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Belhanda suspects arrangement between Brahim Diaz and Mendy over AFCON 2025 final penalty
Former Morocco international Younès Belhanda claims that Brahim Diaz may have warned Edouard Mendy about his panenka attempt during the AFCON 2025 final between Morocco and Senegal. The theory lacks evidence, while the official winner remains to be decided by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
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Hadji insists Morocco must claim 2025 Africa Cup of Nations despite CAS ruling still pending
Mustapha Hadji, 1998 African Ballon d'Or winner, says Morocco deserves to be crowned 2025 African champions. The CAS, seized after CAF's decision to award the title to the Lions of the Atlas by default, will not render its verdict until November.
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AFCON 2025: Moroccan journalist claims CAS has ruled, Senegalese counterpart denies
A Moroccan journalist asserts that the Court of Arbitration for Sport has already decided the dispute between Senegal and Morocco over the AFCON 2025 final, but a Senegalese journalist immediately contests the reliability of this claim.
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Issa Diop stands by Morocco choice despite Senegalese roots
Born to a Senegalese father and Moroccan mother, Ipswich Town defender Issa Diop has explained why he chose to represent Morocco's Lions of the Atlas, dismissing any notion of family tension.
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Luca Zidane threatened with fresh exclusion from Algeria squad in November
Already suspended during September's international break, Luca Zidane is not guaranteed a place in coach Brahim Hemdani's next squad list for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Togo.
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CAN Final Senegal-Morocco: CAS Will Rule by End of November 2026
The Court of Arbitration for Sport announced on Monday that its decision on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco will not be handed down before the end of November 2026, as deliberations are still ongoing.
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Morocco has no recourse after CAS ruling on 2025 Africa Cup of Nations
The Court of Arbitration for Sport will settle the dispute between Morocco and Senegal over the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title. Whatever the outcome, the Moroccan federation will be unable to contest the decision rendered by the Swiss body.
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Fake CAS Statement Fraudulently Awards 2025 Africa Cup of Nations to Senegal
A forged document impersonating the Court of Arbitration for Sport's letterhead circulated on social media, falsely claiming Senegal's victory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Lausanne institution has not yet issued its ruling, expected in several weeks.
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CAN 2025 Final Senegal-Morocco: CAS to Deliver Verdict in Coming Weeks
The decisive hearing took place Thursday in Lausanne. The Court of Arbitration for Sport will announce its final decision "in a few days, or even a few weeks," with potential repercussions on sponsorship bonuses and CAF's liability.
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Ethan Mbappé between France U21, senior team and Cameroon temptation
At 19, the Lille midfielder made his France U21 debut in Euro U21 qualifying during the last international window, but the Cameroon Football Federation is also eyeing him, as his father Wilfrid is from the country.
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Eto'o Eyes CAF Presidency as Motsepe Faces Internal Turmoil
According to The Guardian, Samuel Eto'o is privately considering running for the CAF presidency to succeed Patrice Motsepe, whose leadership is being tested by internal tensions linked to the return of a biennial Africa Cup of Nations.
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Pépé backs Pape Gueye for African Player of the Year award against defending champion Hakimi
Nicolas Pépé has publicly supported Pape Gueye's candidacy for the African Player of the Year award, citing his Africa Cup of Nations title, final goal, and performances in La Liga. The CAF Awards 2026 ceremony will take place on December 7 in Lagos.
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CAS may rule on procedure before deciding Africa Cup title
Following the Court of Arbitration for Sport hearing on the Morocco-Senegal Africa Cup of Nations final, a sports law expert believes the CAS will first examine the legality of the CAF appeals jury's decision before addressing the title award.
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Africa Cup of Nations 2025: CAS to rule soon on Senegal-Morocco final after five-hour hearing
The decisive hearing between the Senegalese and Moroccan football federations took place Thursday in Lausanne. The CAS will deliver its verdict on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title award « in a few days, or even a few weeks ».
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CAF considers returning Africa Cup of Nations to biennial format, reversing earlier decision
Just months after announcing the Africa Cup of Nations would move to a four-year cycle, the CAF is reconsidering the reform. CAF president Patrice Motsepe confirmed that a return to the biennial schedule is under study.
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CAS to Arbitrate Morocco-Senegal Africa Cup of Nations Final, Senegalese Camp Claims 200% Victory
After a five-hour hearing in Lausanne, the Court of Arbitration for Sport will rule in the coming weeks on the fate of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal. A lawyer close to the Senegalese case says he is certain of a favorable outcome.
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