The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has issued a statement refuting a false news report claiming it stripped Senegal of its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title and awarded it to Morocco. The viral claim, which suggested a decision was made on March 17, 2026, is entirely fabricated.
CAF's communication department confirmed to fact-checking agencies that no such decision has been made or even considered. The 2025 AFCON tournament, to be hosted by Morocco, has not yet taken place. Senegal is the defending champion from the 2023 edition held in CΓ΄te d'Ivoire.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of misinformation in sports journalism. Fans and media are urged to rely on official CAF channels for accurate information regarding continental football matters. The next AFCON is scheduled for 2025 in Morocco.
