Senegal and Al-Ahli goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has publicly criticized the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for its management of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. The match, where Senegal lost to Morocco, was reportedly marred by organizational issues.
In comments reported by media outlets including Afrik-Foot, Mendy described the final's atmosphere as "not good" and specifically pointed to problems with the stadium's sound system. He stated the poor organization negatively impacted the event for players and fans.
The 2025 AFCON final, held on March 22, 2026, in Rabat, saw Morocco defeat Senegal 2-0. Mendy's criticism follows other reported logistical challenges during the tournament hosted by Morocco.
CAF has not issued an official public response to Mendy's specific remarks as of late March 2026. The goalkeeper's comments highlight ongoing concerns about the administration of major football events on the continent.
