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CAN 2025 Final: Unpacking Senegal's Walkout Against Morocco Over Disputed Penalty

11 de julio de 2026Pablo Navarro1 min

On January 18, in the final match of the Africa Cup of Nations, Senegal initially defeated Morocco 1-0 after extra time. However, this past Tuesday, Morocco was officially declared the winner of the final by forfeit. This decision stems from the Senegalese team's premature departure from the field during the match, an act of protest against what they perceived as highly contentious refereeing decisions, particularly a penalty awarded to Morocco late in the game. The Lions of Teranga are thus being sanctioned for abandoning the playing field.