Before France-Senegal, Mbappé doesn't know who is African champion – La Nouvelle Tribune

Author: Saturnin BossaPublished on: June 12, 2026Country: France
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Before France-Senegal, Mbappé doesn't know who is African champion – La Nouvelle Tribune

Kylian Mbappé admitted he doesn't know whether Morocco or Senegal is the reigning African champion, four days before France's opening match of the 2026 World Cup against Senegal. The title was awarded to Morocco by the CAF appeal jury after Senegal was disqualified for briefly leaving the pitch during the final on January 18. Senegal has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, which has not yet ruled. France faces Senegal on June 16 in New Jersey, a rematch of the 2002 game where Senegal eliminated France.

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