CAN 2025 Final: Patrice Motsepe's Response That Outraged Senegal

During a visit to Dakar, CAF president Patrice Motsepe addressed questions regarding the status of the African champion, stirring tensions. He recalled awarding medals and the trophy to Sadio Mané and Kalidou Koulibaly while insisting on adhering to regulations. The Senegalese Football Federation contests the decision to strip Senegal of the title in favor of Morocco, asserting that the title was won on the field.