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AFCON 2025: Lookman plays down touchline exchange with Osimhen after Super Eagles win

Three Nigerian players have been named in the official Best XI of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, unveiled on Wednesday by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Afrosport reports. The star-studded selection features standout performers from Nigeria, champions Senegal, and hosts Morocco, reflecting an unforgettable competition in Rabat. Senegal dominated the lineup, led by captain Sadio Mane, who was also named Player of the Tournament...

AFCON 2025: Infantino condemns Senegal’s walk off the pitch in the final

by Kunle Fayiga

20 January 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has condemned Senegal players for walking off the pitch in protest at a penalty awarded to Morocco during Sunday's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, Afrosport reports. The showpiece in Rabat made headlines when Senegalese players walked off the pitch after Morocco was handed a penalty deep in added time with the game tied at 0-0. Head coach Pape Thiaw seemingly ordered...

AFCON 2025: Morocco coach Regragui breaks silence on Diaz penalty miss

by Babatunde Abidoye

19 January 2026

Morocco head coach Walid Regragui attributed Brahim Diaz's missed penalty in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal to being "disturbed", Afrosport reports. Diaz had the chance to secure victory for the hosts in the final moments, but after a 17-minute protest delay, his weak panenka attempt was saved by Eduoard Mendy. The miss sparked speculation about the penalty's circumstances, but Regragui stated that...

AFCON 2025: Morocco appeal to CAF, FIFA after Senegal walk-out

by Babatunde Abidoye

19 January 2026

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) plans legal action with CAF and FIFA over Senegal's walk-off during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, Afrosport reports. FRMF's statement on its official X handle on Monday highlighted the referee's penalty decision, deemed correct by experts. It also thanked Moroccan fans for their unwavering support and expressed appreciation to contributors who ensured a successful tournament. “The Royal Moroccan...

AFCON 2025: Mane defends decision to stop Senegal walk-off in dramatic final

by Babatunde Abidoye

19 January 2026

Senegal captain Sadio Mane shared the vital message he gave teammates during the intense finale of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Afrosport reports. Senegal triumphed over hosts Morocco to claim their second title, despite late-match chaos at Rabat’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. Controversy struck when Morocco was awarded a penalty in the final minutes for a foul on Brahim Diaz, sparking protests from Senegalese players...

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AFCON 2025: Three Super Eagles players make CAF best XI

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AFCON 2025: Morocco appeal to CAF, FIFA after Senegal walk-out

AFCON 2025: Mane defends decision to stop Senegal walk-off in dramatic final

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