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Senegalese goalkeeper Édouard Mendy has sharply criticized the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following the controversy over the withdrawal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title from Senegal and its award to Morocco. Mendy believes there is a significant gap between the level of African football and its management.
Despite having the Africa Cup 2025 title withdrawn from its national team, Senegal showcased the trophy to the public during a friendly match against Peru in Paris. This symbolic gesture occurred before the match on March 28, 2026, as the team prepares to challenge the decision made by the African Football Confederation.
Senegal announced today the execution of the decision to withdraw the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations title, which was previously awarded to them, and officially granted it to Morocco. This decision follows a review of the tournament results held in Cameroon.