Morocco’s in the headlines for AFCON twists and a World Cup squad shuffle—team under Regragui, eyeing a deep run this year. Morocco: national team, FRMF, Perennial AFCON contenders.
On March 17, 2026, CAF's appeals board ruled that Senegal forfeited the 2025 African Cup of Nations final after players walked off during a penalty dispute. The 1-0 win was overturned to a 3-0 victory for Morocco. Senegal plans to appeal the decision, which has sparked widespread controversy and calls for investigation into CAF governance.
CAF's appeal board awarded Morocco the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title after ruling Senegal forfeited the final for walking off the pitch. Senegal plans to appeal to CAS, citing procedural issues and unfairness. The decision has sparked controversy over governance and disciplinary processes in African football.
The Senegalese football federation is appealing a CAF decision to strip Senegal of its Africa Cup title after a controversial final in January. They have filed an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport, calling for an investigation into alleged corruption and disputing the ruling that Senegal forfeited the match for leaving the field without referee approval. The case highlights ongoing tensions in African football, with Senegal maintaining its claim to the title despite CAF's decision.
Scotland's national team prepares for their first World Cup in 28 years, facing Haiti, Morocco, and Brazil. They have unveiled new kits and played a warm-up match, with squad selection ongoing ahead of the tournament starting in June in the United States.
Morocco has confirmed its 26-man squad for the World Cup under new coach Mohamed Ouahbi. The squad leans on European-born players, including five with links to Spain, and features Lille’s Ayyoub Bouaddi, whose eligibility was approved by FIFA this year. The Atlas Lions open in New Jersey on June 13 vs. Brazil, then face Scotland and Haiti in Group C.
New York and New Jersey Attorneys General have launched a joint investigation into FIFA’s ticketing practices for the 2026 World Cup, focusing on MetLife Stadium. They are demanding information on dynamic pricing, seat-location accuracy, and maps that fans say relocate seats. FIFA has not commented.