The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has issued a statement categorically denying a false news report circulating online. The fabricated story claimed that CAF's Appeal Jury had declared the Senegal national team a forfeit in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), allegedly awarding the trophy to Morocco based on competition regulations.
CAF officials confirmed to fact-checking agencies that no such decision has been made, as the AFCON 2025 tournament has not yet taken place. The event is scheduled to be held in Morocco later in the year. The original source article appears to be based on completely fictitious information.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of misinformation in sports journalism. CAF has urged fans and media to rely only on official communications from its verified channels for accurate information regarding its competitions and disciplinary matters.
